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Ethanolamine Metabolism

Proteins (2)

ProteinSynonymsTaxonomy
Ethanolamine ammonia-lyase heavy chainEC 4.3.1.7; Ethanolamine ammonia-lyase large subunitEscherichia coli K-12
Ethanolamine ammonia-lyase light chainEC 4.3.1.7; Ethanolamine ammonia-lyase small subunitEscherichia coli K-12

Compounds (2)

CompoundDescription
acetaldehydeA colorless, flammable liquid used in the manufacture of acetic acid, perfumes, and flavors. It is also an intermediate in the metabolism of alcohol. It has a general narcotic action and also causes irritation of mucous membranes. Large doses may cause death from respiratory paralysis.
ethanolamineA viscous, hygroscopic amino alcohol with an ammoniacal odor. It is widely distributed in biological tissue and is a component of lecithin. It is used as a surfactant, fluorimetric reagent, and to remove CO2 and H2S from natural gas and other gases.