Which class of glycerophospholipids can serve as signaling molecules when phosphorylated?
A) cephalins
B) lecithins
C) phosphatidylinositols
D) all of these

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Phosphatidylinositols can serve as signaling molecules when phosphorylated, through the generation of second messengers such as inositol triphosphate (IP3) and diacylglycerol (DAG). Cephalins and lecithins do not have this capability.

Which Class of Glycerophospholipids Can Serve as Signaling Molecules When