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Name Glutamine
Description A non-essential amino acid present abundantly throughout the body and is involved in many metabolic processes. It is synthesized from GLUTAMIC ACID and AMMONIA. It is the principal carrier of NITROGEN in the body and is an important energy source for many cells. [MeSH]
Related Names/Sources L-Glutamine
Related Brands Brands that contain this ingredient
Reference Links Uses (in humans)
   Glutamine   [ClinicalTrials.gov]
   Clinical Trial Literature  [PubMed]
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   Adverse Effects (in humans)
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   Poisoning Literature  [PubMed]
   Mechanism of Action
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   Kinetics  [PubMed]
Last updated: 24 October 2007