Acetyl Coenzyme A
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Acetyl Coenzyme A Definition
The condensation product of coenzyme A and acetic acid which participates in the biosynthesis of fatty acids and sterols, in the oxidation of fatty acids and in the metabolism of many amino acids. In addition, Acetyl Coenzyme A acts as a biological acetylating agent.
Acetyl Coenzyme A Synonyms
Acetyl Coenzyme A, Acetyl-CoA
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