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dihydroxyphenylalanine |
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dihydroxyphenylalanine [¦dī‚hī¦dräk·sē‚fen·əl′al·ə‚nēn] (biochemistry) C9H11NO4An amino acid that can be formed by oxidation of tyrosine; it is converted by a series of biochemical transformations, utilizing the enzyme dopa oxidase, to melanins. Also known as dopa. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The side chains, called dihydroxyphenylalanine (DOPA), have an affinity for iron. The modified amino acid, called dihydroxyphenylalanine (DOPA), has two functions. |
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