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taurine

Term ID
CHEBI:15891
Synonyms
  • 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid
  • 2-aminoethyl sulfonate
  • Aminoethylsulfonic acid
  • beta-aminoethylsulfonic acid
  • Taurine
Definition
An amino sulfonic acid that is the 2-amino derivative of ethanesulfonic acid. It is a naturally occurring amino acid derived from methionine and cysteine metabolism. An abundant component of fish- and meat-based foods, it has been used as an oral supplement in the treatment of disorders such as cystic fibrosis and hypertension.
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Phenotype
Phenotype resulting from taurine
Phenotype where environments contain taurine
Phenotype modified by environments containing taurine
Phenotype affecting taurine
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