The Diverse Functions of Non-Essential Amino Acids in Cancer

Far beyond simply being 11 of the 20 amino acids needed for protein synthesis, non-essential amino acids play numerous important roles in tumor metabolism. These diverse functions include providing precursors for the biosynthesis of macromolecules, controlling redox status and antioxidant systems, a...

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Main Authors: Bo-Hyun Choi, Jonathan L. Coloff
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-05-01
Series:Cancers
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6694/11/5/675