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| Id | http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CHEBI_15891
http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CHEBI_15891
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| Preferred Name | taurine |
| Definitions |
An amino sulfonic acid that is the 2-amino derivative of ethanesulfonic acid. It is a naturally occurring amino acid derived from methionine and cysteine metabolism. An abundant component of fish- and meat-based foods, it has been used as an oral supplement in the treatment of disorders such as cystic fibrosis and hypertension.
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| definition | An amino sulfonic acid that is the 2-amino derivative of ethanesulfonic acid. It is a naturally occurring amino acid derived from methionine and cysteine metabolism. An abundant component of fish- and meat-based foods, it has been used as an oral supplement in the treatment of disorders such as cystic fibrosis and hypertension. |
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taurine
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taurine
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CHEBI:15891
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