Allysine

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Allysine
IUPAC name 2-amino-6-oxo-hexanoic acid
Other names 2-aminoadipate semialdehyde
Identifiers
CAS number [1962-83-0]
PubChem 207
MeSH allysine
SMILES C(CC=O)CC(C(=O)O)N
Properties
Molecular formula C6H11NO3
Molar mass 145.156
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

Allysine is a derivative of Lysine, used in the production of elastin and collagen. It is produced by the actions of the enzyme lysyl oxidase in the extracellular matrix and is essential in the crosslink formation that stabilizes collagen and elastin.

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