urocanic

/ˌjuːroʊkæˈnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to urocanic acid, an intermediate compound in the breakdown of histidine.

“The urocanic acid is a byproduct of the urocanic process in the body.”

2. noun

A compound involved in the breakdown of histidine.

“The enzyme is used to break down urocanic into other compounds in the body.”

Synonyms

  • histidine-related
  • histidinic

Antonyms

  • urocanase-inhibiting