prolyl

/ˈproʊl/ or /ˈproʊɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A specific amino acid residue, proline, that is involved in the formation of collagen and elastin in connective tissue.

“The presence of prolyl hydroxylase in the body is essential for the production of collagen.”

Synonyms

  • collagen residue
  • proline

Antonyms

  • hydroxylysine