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Physicochemical, Trace Metal Analysis and Fatty Acid Profile of Python regius Fat

Osheke Shekins Okere, Bamidele Joseph Okoli, Moses Dele Adams, Samuel Omolabi Adeyemo

Biotechnology Journal International · pp. 1064–1076 · Published 6 Sep 2014

10.9734/BBJ/2014/11677

Abstract

Physicochemical, Trace Metal Analysis and Fatty Acid Profile of Python regius Fat Physicochemical properties, metal analysis and fatty acid profile were carried out on Python regius fat with a view to ascertaining the immense therapeutic claim by traditional medical practitioners. Physicochemical analysis showed that the fat is lower than that of animal fats: cow fat, swine fat and goat fat. Trace metal analysis indicated that it contains 10000ppm Sodium, 620.00ppm Calcium, 94.26ppm Magnesium and 114.00ppm Iron. Python regius fat was found to contain 62% monounsaturated fatty acid, 10% polyunsaturated fatty acid and 28% saturated fatty acid. These results indicated that Python regius fat is a rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids; the healthy edible fat and can also be a good raw material for the soap and cosmetics industry. The results of the study showed that the fat has acid value and therefore less susceptible to rancidity. The saponification value of the fat is 164.09 mg KOH g-l showing its high triglyceride content, indicating its potential usefulness in the soap making industry. Its mineral content makes it a potentially useful source of electrolytes, which function in cellular activities such as enzyme action, muscle contraction, nerve action, blood clotting and water balance. The iodine value of 97.2 mg KOH g-l also indicated a fairly high amount of unsaturated fatty acids. The higher the iodine value, the greater the degree of unsaturation and the greater the susceptibility to oxidative rancidity. Overall, we therefore recommend the fat for use due to its diverse medicinal and industrial potentials.

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