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FAD flavin adenine dinucleotide.
FAD, abbreviation for fetal activity determination. See nonstress test. 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.
FAD, n abbreviation for
flavinadenine dinucleotide. FAD 1. oxidized form of flavin adenine dinucleotide. 2. flea allergy dermatitis. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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