Alanine

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.

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Tree Number(s): D12.125.042

MeSH Unique ID: D000409

Registry Number: OF5P57N2ZX

Entry Terms:

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

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
Amino Acids
Alanine
beta-Alanine
Pantothenic Acid
Lysinoalanine
Mimosine