methylarginine

Questions

What does methylarginine mean?

Any methyl derivative of arginine, but especially 2-amino-5-[(N’-methylcarbamimidoyl)amino]pentanoic acid, which is an inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase

Where does methylarginine come from?

From methyl + arginine.

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