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Glutamine
Medical Definition: | A non-essential amino acid present abundantly throughout the body and is involved in many metabolic processes. It is synthesized from GLUTAMIC ACID and AMMONIA. It is the principal carrier of NITROGEN in the body and is an important energy source for many cells. | |
Guide Notes: | /biosyn /physiol permitted | |
Also Called: | D-Glutamine | |
CAS Type 1 Name: | CAS Number: | 56-85-9 |
Proglumide - A drug that exerts an inhibitory effect on gastric secretion and reduces gastrointestinal motility. It is used clinically in the drug therapy of gastrointestinal ulcers. |
Glutamine Medical Definitions and Terms
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