lipid extraction

Lipid extraction is a process used to isolate fats and oils from biological samples, such as plants, animals, or tissues. It involves adding a solvent, like a mixture of alcohol and chemicals, that dissolves the lipids but not other cellular components. By mixing and then separating the solvent from the solid material, the lipids are transferred into the solvent. This allows scientists to analyze or measure the fats for research, nutritional, or medical purposes. The process ensures that the lipids are efficiently separated and purified from the rest of the sample.