human metabolite
Any mammalian metabolite produced during a metabolic reaction in humans (Homo sapiens).
(via 5,6,7,8-tetrahydrobiopterin )
cofactor
An organic molecule or ion (usually a metal ion) that is required by an enzyme for its activity. It may be attached either loosely (coenzyme) or tightly (prosthetic group).
coenzyme
A low-molecular-weight, non-protein organic compound participating in enzymatic reactions as dissociable acceptor or donor of chemical groups or electrons.
(via 5,6,7,8-tetrahydrobiopterin )
prosthetic group
A tightly bound, specific nonpolypeptide unit in a protein determining and involved in its biological activity.
(via 5,6,7,8-tetrahydrobiopterin )
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diagnostic agent
A substance administered to aid diagnosis of a disease.
nutraceutical
A product in capsule, tablet or liquid form that provide essential nutrients, such as a vitamin, an essential mineral, a protein, an herb, or similar nutritional substance.
(via 5,6,7,8-tetrahydrobiopterin )
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