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biogenic amine

biogenic amine A biogenic amine is a naturally occurring amine formed when enzymes remove carbon dioxide from natural amino acids.

A biogenic amine is a naturally occurring amine formed when enzymes remove carbon dioxide from natural amino acids. Many of these substances have strong effects in the body, and some related compounds are also important in pharmacology.