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vitamin E biosynthesis (tocotrienols)

Proteins (1)

ProteinSynonymsTaxonomy
Homogentisate geranylgeranyltransferaseHGGT; EC 2.5.1.116Hordeum vulgare

Compounds (9)

CompoundDescription
diphosphoric acid
hydronium ion
Carbon DioxideA colorless, odorless gas that can be formed by the body and is necessary for the respiration cycle of plants and animals.
tocotrienol, alpha
tocotrienol, beta
gamma-tocotrienol
tocotrienol, delta
geranylgeranyl pyrophosphateRN given refers to (E,E,E)-isomer
s-adenosylmethioninePhysiologic methyl radical donor involved in enzymatic transmethylation reactions and present in all living organisms. It possesses anti-inflammatory activity and has been used in treatment of chronic liver disease. (From Merck, 11th ed)