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Glucuronic Acid

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Definition: Derivatives of uronic acid found throughout the plant and animal kingdoms. They detoxify drugs and toxins by conjugating with them to form GLUCURONIDES in the liver which are more water-soluble metabolites that can be easily eliminated from the body.  GLUCURONIC ACIDS is available   
Examples Glucuronates
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
alginic acid  9005-32-7   Hexuronic Acids *Alginates Glucuronic Acid Bandages Dental Impression Materials Drug Carriers.
Pharma Action Biocompatible Materials ; Hemostatics ; Radiation-Protective Agents 		Biopolymers 12(8):1865;1973; Experientia 27(8):9531;1971

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