Canadian Medical Guide > Chemicals and Drugs > Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins > Amino Acids > Amino Acids, Basic > Lysine Terms and Definitions
Lysine
Medical Definition: | An essential amino acid. It is often added to animal feed. | |
Guide Notes: | /biosyn /defic /physiol permitted; POLYLYSINE is also available | |
Also Called: | Lysine Acetate,Enisyl,Lysine Hydrochloride | |
CAS Type 1 Name: | CAS Number: | 56-87-1 |
Hydroxylysine - A hydroxylated derivative of the amino acid LYSINE that is present in certain collagens. | |
Polylysine - A peptide which is a homopolymer of lysine. |
Lysine Medical Definitions and Terms
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