ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Hydroxytryptophan

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Hydroxytryptophan is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A hydroxy derivative of tryptophan; especially 5-hydroxytryptophan which is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin.

Meaning

(biochemistry) A hydroxy derivative of tryptophan; especially 5-hydroxytryptophan which is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin.

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Related Words

Related dictionary entries include decarboxylase, hydroxytryptamine, methoxytryptophan, tryptophanate, dihydroxytryptamine, tryptophyl.

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