
Xanthine

Translation xanthine into russian
xanthine
NounXanthine is a compound found in many organisms.
Ксантин — это соединение, обнаруженное во многих организмах.
Definitions
xanthine
NounA crystalline compound found in blood and urine, which is an intermediate in the degradation of purine bases to uric acid.
The presence of xanthine in the urine can be an indicator of certain metabolic disorders.
A yellowish-white, powdery substance that is a precursor to uric acid and is found in most body tissues and fluids.
Xanthine is often studied in biochemistry for its role in the body's metabolic processes.
Idioms and phrases
xanthine oxidase
Xanthine oxidase plays a role in the metabolism of purines.
ксантиноксидаза
Ксантиноксидаза играет роль в метаболизме пуринов.