Aminolevulinic Acid
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Aminolevulinic Acid Definition
A topically administered metabolic precursor of protoporphyrin IX. After topical administration, aminolevulinic acid (ALA) is converted to protoporphyrin IX (PpIX) which is a photosensitizer. When the proper wavelength of light activates protoporphyrin IX, singlet oxygen is produced, resulting in a local cytotoxic effect. (NCI04)
Aminolevulinic Acid Synonyms
Aminolevulinic Acid, 5-ALA, 5-Amino-4-oxopentanoic Acid, 5-Aminolaevulinic Acid, 5-Aminolevulinic Acid, AMINOLEVULINIC ACID, Amino-Levulinic Acid, Delta Aminolevulinic Acid, Delta-Aminolevulinic Acid, aminolevulinic acid, d-Amino-Levulinic Acid
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