A non-essential amino acid occurring in natural form as the L-isomer. It is synthesized from glycine or threonine. It is involved in the biosynthesis of purines; pyrimidines; and other amino acids.
Used as a natural moisturizing agent in some cosmetics and skin care products.
University of Ottawa Heart Institute, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States
Washington Hospital Center, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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