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Noun: homocysteine
  1. (biochemistry) an amino acid used normally by the body in cellular metabolism and the manufacture of proteins. Elevated concentrations in the blood are thought to increase the risk for heart disease by damaging the lining of blood vessels and enhancing blood clotting

Derived forms: homocysteines

Encyclopedia: Homocysteine

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