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FAD flavin adenine dinucleotide.

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FAD

abbr.

flavin adenine dinucleotide

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FAD,

abbreviation for fetal activity determination. See nonstress test.

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flavin [fla´vin]

any of a group of water-soluble yellow pigments widely distributed in animals and plants, including riboflavin and yellow enzymes.

flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) a coenzyme that is a condensation product of riboflavin phosphate and adenylic acid; it forms the prosthetic group (non–amino acid component) of certain enzymes, including d-amino acid oxidase and xanthine oxidase, and is important in electron transport in mitochondria.

flavin mononucleotide (FMN) a derivative of riboflavin consisting of a three-ring system (isoalloxazine) attached to an alcohol (ribitol); it acts as a coenzyme for a number of oxidative enzymes, including l-amino acid oxidase and cytochrome C reductase.

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FAD,

n abbreviation for
flavinadenine dinucleotide.

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FAD

1. oxidized form of flavin adenine dinucleotide.

2. flea allergy dermatitis.