| glyceraldehydephosphate dehydrogenase | <enzyme> Chemical name: D-Glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate:NADP+ oxidoreductase Registry number: EC 1.2.1.9 (12 Dec 1998) |
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| glycerate | <chemistry> A salt of glyceric acid. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| glyceric | <chemistry> Pertaining to, or derived from, glycerin. <chemistry> Glyceric acid, an organic acid, obtained by the partial oxidation of glycerin, as a thick liquid. It is a hydroxyl derivative of propionic acid, and has both acid and alcoholic properties. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| glyceric acid | HOCH2-CHOH-COOH;the fatty acid analog of glycerol; occurs particularly in the form of phosphorylated derivatives, as an intermediate in glycolysis. (05 Mar 2000) |
| glyceric aldehyde | <biochemistry> A type of aldose with the chemical formula C3H6O3. This molecule is used as the reference molecule for handedness (L, lefthanded, or D, right-handed stereochemical configuration) in amino acids, carbohydrates, etc. (09 Oct 1997) |
| glyceridases | General term for enzymes catalyzing the hydrolysis of glycerol esters (glycerides); e.g., triacylglycerol lipase. (05 Mar 2000) |
| glyceride | <biochemistry> A lipid which consists of a glycerol molecule with one, two, or three fatty acids attached to it. These different types are called monoglycerides, diglycerides, and triglycerides, respectively. Glycerides are important fat storage molecules. (09 Oct 1997) |
| glycerin | Synonym: glycerol. (05 Mar 2000) |
| glycerin jelly | A preparation made of equal parts of gelatin and glycerin; a firm mass liquefying at gentle heat; it is used as a vehicle for suppositories and urethral bougies. Synonym: glycerin jelly, glycerogelatin, glycogelatin. (05 Mar 2000) |
| glycerin suppository | A conical translucent dosage form for rectal administration intended for the relief of constipation; frequently used in young children. Contains glycerin and a stiffening agent such as sodium stearate (a soap). Action is produced by lubrication, water retention, and local irritation. (05 Mar 2000) |
| glycerinated gelatin | A preparation made of equal parts of gelatin and glycerin; a firm mass liquefying at gentle heat; it is used as a vehicle for suppositories and urethral bougies. Synonym: glycerin jelly, glycerogelatin, glycogelatin. (05 Mar 2000) |
| glycerinated tincture | A tincture made with diluted alcohol to which glycerin is added to facilitate the extraction or to preserve the preparation. (05 Mar 2000) |
| glycerination | <cell culture> Permeabilisation of the plasma membrane of cells by incubating in aqueous glycerol at low temperature. The technique was first applied to muscle which, once glycerinated, can be made to contract by adding exogenous ATP and calcium. (18 Nov 1997) |
| glycerine | <chemistry> An oily, viscous liquid, C3H5(OH)3, colourless and odorless, and with a hot, sweetish taste, existing in the natural fats and oils as the base, combined with various acids, as oleic, margaric, stearic, and palmitic. It is a triatomic alcohol, and hence is also called glycerol. See Note under Gelatin. It is obtained from fats by saponification, or, on a large scale, by the action of superheated steam. It is used as an ointment, as a solvent and vehicle for medicines, and as an adulterant in wine, beer, etc. Origin: F. Glycerine, fr. Gr. Glykeros, glykys, sweet. Cf. Glucose, Licorice. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| glycerite | <medicine> A medicinal preparation made by mixing or dissolving a substance in glycerin. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |