flavin adenine dinucleotide

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flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) A coenzyme derivative of the vitamin riboflavin, which participates in dehydrogenation reactions mediated by flavoproteins. It is an important intermediate in oxidative phosphorylation.

flavin adenine dinucleotide

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flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) A coenzyme derivative of the vitamin riboflavin, which participates in dehydrogenation reactions mediated by flavoproteins. It is an important intermediate in oxidative phosphorylation.

flavin adenine dinucleotide

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flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) A coenzyme in oxidation reactions, derived from vitamin B2, phosphate, ribose, and adenine.

flavin adenine dinucleotide

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flavin adenine dinucleotide See FAD.