Term Name: | taurine |
---|---|
Synonyms: | 2-Aminoethanesulfonic acid, 2-aminoethyl sulfonate, Aminoethylsulfonic acid, beta-aminoethylsulfonic acid, Taurine |
Definition: | An amino sulfonic acid that is the 2-amino derivative of ethanesulfonic acid. It is a naturally occurring amino acid derived from methionine and cysteine metabolism. An abundant component of fish- and meat-based foods, it has been used as an oral supplement in the treatment of disorders such as cystic fibrosis and hypertension. |
Ontology: | ChEBI [CHEBI:15891] ( EBI ) |