cyclic AMP

Definition of abbreviation (noun) -

second messenger molecule where the phosphate group is part of a ring-shaped structure

Part of speech:

Noun

Plural: plural: cyclic AMPs

Example sentences with this word:

Cyclic AMP is a form of adenine monophosphate.

The potent inhibitory action of prostacyclin on platelet aggregation correlates with its ability to stimulate the platelet adenylate cyclase system, thus increasing cyclic AMP levels within the cell.

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PCAT

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