English Explanatory Dictionary

hydroxytryptophan

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A hydroxy derivative of tryptophan; especially 5-hydroxytryptophan which is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin

Word forms

hydroxytryptophan hydroxytryptophans

Etymology

From hydroxy- + tryptophan.

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