Ammonia metabolism during acid-base disturbance.
1985
D J O'Donovan
UI
MeSH Term
Description
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D005973
Glutamine
A non-essential amino acid present abundantly throughout the body and is involved in many metabolic processes. It is synthesized from GLUTAMIC ACID and AMMONIA. It is the principal carrier of NITROGEN in the body and is an important energy source for many cells.
D-Glutamine,L-Glutamine,D Glutamine,L Glutamine
D000137
Acid-Base Imbalance
Disturbances in the ACID-BASE EQUILIBRIUM of the body.
Acid Base Imbalance,Acid-Base Imbalances,Imbalance, Acid-Base,Imbalances, Acid-Base
D000641
Ammonia
A colorless alkaline gas. It is formed in the body during decomposition of organic materials during a large number of metabolically important reactions. Note that the aqueous form of ammonia is referred to as AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE.