beta alanine
[An amino acid formed in vivo by the degradation of dihydrouracil and carnosine. Since neuronal uptake and neuronal receptor sensitivity to beta-alanine have been demonstrated, the compound may be a false transmitter replacing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID. A rare genetic disorder, hyper-beta-alaninemia, has been reported. ( MSH )]
UMLS (CSP) C0000392- Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein
- Pharmacologic Substance
- Biologically Active Substance
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