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ornithine

/ˈɔː.nɪ.θiːn/

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noun

/ˈɔː.nɪ.θiːn/C2formalscientific
  • ruАминокислота, не входящая в состав белков, но играющая ключевую роль в цикле мочевины, помогая выводить аммиак из организма.

An amino acid that is not found in proteins but plays a key role in the urea cycle, helping to remove ammonia from the body.

uncountable

  1. Amino acid in urea cycleC2formalscientific

    An amino acid that does not occur in proteins but is important in the formation of urea.

    ruАминокислота в цикле мочевины

    • Ornithine is a key intermediate in the urea cycle.
    • The body uses ornithine to help remove excess nitrogen.
    • Researchers studied ornithine levels in patients with liver disease.
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