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Name Methionine
Description A sulfur containing essential amino acid that is important in many body functions. It is a chelating agent for heavy metals. [MeSH]
Related Names/Sources Methionine (dl-);  dl-Methionine;  L-Methionine
Related Brands Brands that contain this ingredient
Reference Links Uses (in humans)
   Methionine   [ClinicalTrials.gov]
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Last updated: 24 October 2007