PROINSULIN
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Proinsulin.
Proinsulin - as a noun
A polypeptide that is the prohormone precursor of insulin
Example Sentences
"Insulin is produced from proinsulin through the process of enzymatic cleavage."
"The proinsulin molecule consists of an A-chain, a B-chain, and a connecting C-peptide region."
"During insulin production, the C-peptide portion of proinsulin is removed."
"Some genetic mutations can lead to abnormal proinsulin processing, resulting in insulin dysregulation."
"Certain conditions, such as insulinomas, can cause an excess production of proinsulin."
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Is PROINSULIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, proinsulin is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROINSULIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is PROINSULIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, proinsulin is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROINSULIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
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Valid WordPROINSULIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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