Valine - CISMeF

Preferred Label : Valine;

NCIt related terms : Val; (S)-2-Amino-3-methylbutanoic acid;

NCIt definition : An aliphatic and extremely hydrophobic essential amino acid in humans related to leucine, Valine is found in many proteins, mostly in the interior of globular proteins helping to determine three-dimensional structure. A glycogenic amino acid, valine maintains mental vigor, muscle coordination, and emotional calm. Valine is obtained from soy, cheese, fish, meats and vegetables. Valine supplements are used for muscle growth, tissue repair, and energy. (NCI04);

Alternative definition : CRCH: Amino acid with side chain -CH(CH3)2.;

UNII : HG18B9YRS7;

InChIKey : KZSNJWFQEVHDMF-BYPYZUCNSA-N;

CAS number : 72-18-4;

Unit used : g;

Chemical formula : C5H11NO2;

ChEBI ID : CHEBI:16414;

Details

Origin ID

C29604;

UMLS CUI

C0042285;

False automatic mappings
- Valsartan [MeSH Descriptor]
Semantic type(s)
- Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein [UMLS semantic type]
- Biologically Active Substance [UMLS semantic type]
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- CTRP Biomarker Terminology [NCIt concept]
- CTRP Terminology [NCIt concept]
- FDA Established Names and Unique Ingredient Identifier Codes Terminology [NCIt concept]

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