Concept information
Preferred term
Pyruvic Acid
Type
-
Topical Descriptor
Broader concept
Entry terms
- Pyruvate
Note
- do not confuse entry term PYRUVATE with PYRUVATES
Scope note
- An intermediate compound in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. In thiamine deficiency, its oxidation is retarded and it accumulates in the tissues, especially in nervous structures. (From Stedman, 26th ed)
History note
- 97; was PYRUVIC ACID (NM) 1981-96
In other languages
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Finnish
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acidum pyruvicum
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alfaketopropionihappo
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CH3-CO-COOH
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Swedish
URI
http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D019289
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