phenylpyruvate

Questions

What does phenylpyruvate mean?

An intermediate in the biosynthesis of phenylalanine, formed by the decarboxylation of prephenate with loss of hydroxyl.

Where does phenylpyruvate come from?

From phenyl + pyruvate.

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