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Aspartic acid

Definition:

A non-essential amino acid in protein. The body produces aspartic acid to form part of a liver enzyme that builds and breaks down proteins and amino acids, and detoxifies nitrogen in urea. Aspartic acid is a neurotransmitter.

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Related words:

Amino acid(s) - Enzyme(s) - Neurotransmitter(s) - Protein


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14-2-2008