Effects of kynurenic acid on cardiovascular system
Kynurenic Acid (KYNA) is an endogenous metabolite of tryptophan (TRP) which is produced by aminotransferase KAT I and KAT II in the central nervous system and peripheral tissues. Moreover it has been shown that it can be supplied with food. KYNA is an antagonist of glutamate receptors NMDA and antag...
Main Authors: | Piotr Kozłowski, Magdalena Kozłowska, Karolina Kozłowska |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Kazimierz Wielki University
2017-08-01
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Series: | Journal of Education, Health and Sport |
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Online Access: | http://www.ojs.ukw.edu.pl/index.php/johs/article/view/4766 |
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