Vitamin A substances include retinol (vitamin A),retinol,and retinoic acid. Since their dis-covery in 1913,they have been proven to play a positive role in animal development,reproduction,and immunity. These substances regulate cell proliferation,organ development,growth and reproduction,and visual perception. This article summarizes the absorption and transformation processes of vitamin A and reviews its role in visual formation,growth and behavioral regulation in insects. At present,there is relatively little research on vitamin A substances in insects. Mainly based on relevant reports in model animals (mammals),the article explores the potential functions of vitamin A substances in insect devel-opment,immune regulation,neuronal plasticity,and behavioral cognition. This work aims to provide reference and guidance for future research on vitamin A substances in insects.
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视黄醇/视黄醛/视黄酸/昆虫/生长发育/视觉
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retinol/retinal/retinoic acid/insects/growth and development/vision
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