lysine
noun/ˈlaɪsiːn/
Etymology From lysis + -ine, in reference to its tendency to participate in catalysis.
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Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Natural sciences, Physical sciences An amino acid, C₆H₁₄N₂O₂, in L- or D-forms.
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Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Natural sciences, Physical sciences The L-form of such a molecule, as it occurs in living organisms; in humans it is an essential amino acid.
- Lysine is an essential amino acid required for many body functions, including growth and bone development in children; calcium absorption and maintenance of the correct nitrogen balance in the body; maintenance of lean body mass; production of antibodies, hormones, and enzymes; collagen formation and repair of tissue.2010, Michael T. Murray, Joseph Pizzorno, The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods, Simon and Schuster, →ISBN, page 65: