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- A19094
Imidazoleacetic acid
Synonyms: Imidazolyl-4-acetic acid
Imidazoleacetic acid is an endogenous ligand that stimulates imidazole receptors.
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Synonyms: Imidazolyl-4-acetic acid
Imidazoleacetic acid is an endogenous ligand that stimulates imidazole receptors.
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Synonyms: PAF (C16)
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Synonyms: CID 16016685
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Synonyms: Cortisol 21-sulfate
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Synonyms: N,N-Ethylenediglycine
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