Proenkephalin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Proenkephalin is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A precursor of leuenkephalin and metenkephalin.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A precursor of leuenkephalin and metenkephalin.
Example Sentences
Finally, the gene for the opioid-associated precursor, proenkephalin (PRO), likewise displays enhanced expression (4.7-fold difference).
Word Forms
- proenkephalins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include preproenkephalin, leuenkephalin, metenkephalin, preproenkaphalin, metencephalin, enkephalin.
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