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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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-05-01
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| Series: | Cancers |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6694/11/5/675 |