arginine

UK
/ˈɑː.dʒɪ.niːn/
US
/ˈɑr.dʒəˌnin/
argininenoun
arginines
множ.
Traductions
Arginine is an important amino acid for the body.
Аргинин является важной аминокислотой для организма.
Définitions
An α-amino acid (2-amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid) that occurs in most proteins and is considered conditionally essential in humans and some other animals.
Arginine is important for the body's production of nitric oxide, which helps improve blood flow.
A supplement form of the amino acid used to support cardiovascular health and enhance athletic performance.
Many athletes take arginine supplements to boost their endurance and muscle growth.
Synonymes
(S)-2-amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid
2-amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid
alpha-amino-5-guanidinovaleric acid
arginineadjective
UK
/ˈɑː.dʒɪ.niːn/
US
/ˈɑr.dʒəˌnin/
Used attributively in scientific contexts (e.g. arginine metabolism, arginine residue).
Définitions
Relating to, containing, or derived from arginine.
The researchers analysed arginine metabolites in the blood sample.
Synonymes
positively charged
basic amino acid–containing