alanine

noun

al·a·nine | \ ˈa-lə-ˌnēn

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Definition of alanine

: a simple nonessential crystalline amino acid C₃H₇NO₂

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This dog’s alanine transaminase level spiked to 8,777. — Kim Campbell Thornton, sacbee, "Sago palms pose serious risks to pets – here are key things to know | The Sacramento Bee," 14 Mar. 2018

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alanine

noun

al·a·nine | \ ˈal-ə-ˌnēn

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Medical Definition of alanine

: a simple nonessential crystalline amino acid C₃H₇NO₂ formed especially by the hydrolysis of proteins —abbreviation Ala

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