NCIt related terms : Phe; 2-Amino-3-phenyl-pronanoic acid;
NCIt definition : An essential aromatic amino acid in humans (provided by food), Phenylalanine plays
a key role in the biosynthesis of other amino acids and is important in the structure
and function of many proteins and enzymes. Phenylalanine is converted to tyrosine,
used in the biosynthesis of dopamine and norepinephrine neurotransmitters. The L-form
of Phenylalanine is incorporated into proteins, while the D-form acts as a painkiller.
Absorption of ultraviolet radiation by Phenylalanine is used to quantify protein amounts.
(NCI04);
Alternative definition : CRCH: Amino acid with side chain -CH2C6H5.;
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