phenylalanine
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of phenylalanine
Example Sentences
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The paper, titled "The role of phenylalanine and tyrosine in longevity: a cohort and Mendelian randomization study," examined whether levels of these nutrients in the blood are connected to lifespan.
From Science Daily
On these lines, they conducted a series of experiments by replacing phenylalanine and valine amino acid residues at specific positions in the structure of Ado, with various other amino acids.
From Science Daily
People with PKU cannot break down phenylalanine, an amino acid found in protein foods.
From BBC
However, for individuals with a rare genetic disorder called phenylketonuria, phenylalanine can accumulate and cause health issues, so they are sometimes instructed to avoid it.
From Salon
The WHO reports show that aspartame itself is rapidly broken down in the gut into three other substances - phenylalanine, aspartic acid and methanol.
From BBC
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