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Tryptophane
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1. tryptophan, tryptophane
an amino acid that occurs in proteins; is essential for growth and normal metabolism; a precursor of niacin
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Tryptophane
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another name for tryptophan
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Tryptophane
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An essential amino acid, C11H12N2O2, formed from proteins during digestion by the action of proteolytic enzymes. It is necessary for normal growth and development and is the precursor of several substances, including serotonin and niacin.
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