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Trp Operon

Proteins (6)

ProteinSynonymsTaxonomy
Tryptophan synthase alpha chainEC 4.2.1.20Escherichia coli K-12
Tryptophan synthase beta chainEC 4.2.1.20Escherichia coli K-12
Anthranilate synthase component 1AS; ASI; EC 4.1.3.27Escherichia coli K-12
trp operon leader peptideEscherichia coli K-12
Bifunctional protein TrpGDEscherichia coli K-12
Tryptophan biosynthesis protein TrpCFEscherichia coli K-12

Compounds (1)

CompoundDescription
tryptophanAn essential amino acid that is necessary for normal growth in infants and for NITROGEN balance in adults. It is a precursor of INDOLE ALKALOIDS in plants. It is a precursor of SEROTONIN (hence its use as an antidepressant and sleep aid). It can be a precursor to NIACIN, albeit inefficiently, in mammals.