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n. - An essential amino acid found in proteins that is important for the growth and repair of tissue.

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  • The gene containing the bacteria's LOV domain also codes for a signaling protein called a histidine kinase.
  • Hartman in the biosynthesis of tryptophan and histidine by
  • The main sources of histidine are all root and green leafy vegetables.
  • Except for histidine, nuoc-mam contains good concentrations of the nine essential amino acids.
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