Alanine

Alanin

Svensk definition

En icke-essentiell aminosyra, alfaaminopropansyra, som finns i proteiner. Kan förekomma fritt i höga halter i plasma. Ämnet syntetiseras ur pyruvat och används som kosttillskott.

Engelsk definition

A non-essential amino acid that occurs in high levels in its free state in plasma. It is produced from pyruvate by transamination. It is involved in sugar and acid metabolism, increases IMMUNITY, and provides energy for muscle tissue, BRAIN, and the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.

Svenska synonymer

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Engelska synonymer

Alanine, L-Isomer Alanine, L Isomer L-Isomer Alanine L-Alanine L Alanine Abufène