Amino Acids, Neutral (also known as Acids, Neutral Amino, Neutral Amino Acids): Amino acids with uncharged R groups or side chains.

NIH MeSH · D021542Chemicals and Drugs

Amino Acids, Neutral

Also known asAcids, Neutral Amino · Neutral Amino Acids

Definition

Amino acids with uncharged R groups or side chains.

MeSH classification

  • D12.125.154

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Common questions about Amino Acids, Neutral

What does Amino Acids, Neutral mean in medicine?
Amino acids with uncharged R groups or side chains. 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 Amino Acids, Neutral known by any other names?
Yes. Amino Acids, Neutral is also referred to as Acids, Neutral Amino, Neutral Amino Acids 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 Amino Acids, Neutral sit in the medical classification?
Amino Acids, Neutral falls under the broader medical category "Chemicals and Drugs" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: D12.125.154). 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 (D021542) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗