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Pyridoxal  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • The 4-carboxyaldehyde form of VITAMIN B 6 which is converted to PYRIDOXAL PHOSPHATE which is a coenzyme for synthesis of amino acids, neurotransmitters (serotonin, norepinephrine), sphingolipids, aminolevulinic acid.

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Entry terms

  • 3THM379K8A
  • 4-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 3-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-
  • 66-72-8 (Pyridoxal)

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  • French

  • 3THM379K8A
  • 4-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 3-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-
  • 66-72-8 (Pyridoxal)

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-ZDJK850L-R

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