A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
dihydroxyphenylalanine
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amino acid that is formed in the liver and converted into dopamine in the brain
dihydroxyphenylalanine meaning & definition 1 of dihydroxyphenylalanine.
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Either of two enantiomers of a derivative of the amino acid tyrosine
dihydroxyphenylalanine meaning & definition 2 of dihydroxyphenylalanine.
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Dihydroxyphenylalanine, also known as DOPA, is an amino acid that is involved in the biosynthesis of proteins. It is an intermediate in the production of the neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. It is also used as a drug in the treatment of Parkinsons disease and other medical conditions.
dihydroxyphenylalanine meaning & definition 3 of dihydroxyphenylalanine.
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A beta-hydroxylated derivative of phenylalanine. The D-form of dihydroxyphenylalanine has less physiologic activity than the L-form and is commonly used experimentally to determine whether the pharmacological effects of LEVODOPA are stereospecific.
dihydroxyphenylalanine meaning & definition 4 of dihydroxyphenylalanine.
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