Alkylation (also known as Alkylations): The covalent bonding of an alkyl group to an organic compound. It can occur by a simple addition reaction or by substitution of another functional group.

NIH MeSH · D000478Phenomena and Processes

Alkylation

Also known asAlkylations

Definition

The covalent bonding of an alkyl group to an organic compound. It can occur by a simple addition reaction or by substitution of another functional group.

MeSH classification

  • G02.111.035
  • G02.607.094
  • G03.059

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Common questions about Alkylation

What does Alkylation mean in medicine?
The covalent bonding of an alkyl group to an organic compound. It can occur by a simple addition reaction or by substitution of another functional group. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Alkylation known by any other names?
Yes. Alkylation is also referred to as Alkylations in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Alkylation sit in the medical classification?
Alkylation falls under the broader medical category "Phenomena and Processes" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: G02.111.035, G02.607.094, G03.059). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000478) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗