NIH MeSH · D024508Chemicals and Drugs
Tocotrienols
Also known asTocotrienol
Definition
Natural analogs of TOCOPHEROLS exhibiting antioxidant activity. These tocol derivatives and isomers contain a benzopyran ring and an unsaturated isoprenoid side chain.
MeSH classification
- D03.383.663.283.909.875
- D03.633.100.150.909.875
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What does Tocotrienols mean in medicine?
Natural analogs of TOCOPHEROLS exhibiting antioxidant activity. These tocol derivatives and isomers contain a benzopyran ring and an unsaturated isoprenoid side chain. 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 Tocotrienols known by any other names?
Yes. Tocotrienols is also referred to as Tocotrienol 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 Tocotrienols sit in the medical classification?
Tocotrienols falls under the broader medical category "Chemicals and Drugs" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: D03.383.663.283.909.875, D03.633.100.150.909.875). 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 (D024508) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗