beta-Alanine

Synonyms

3 Aminopropionic Acid

3-Aminopropionic Acid

Hydrochloride, beta-Alanine

beta Alanine

beta Alanine Hydrochloride

beta Alanine, Monopotassium Salt

beta Alanine, Monosodium Salt

beta-Alanine Hydrochloride

beta-Alanine, Calcium Salt (2:1)

beta-Alanine, Monopotassium Salt

beta-Alanine, Monosodium Salt

An amino acid formed in vivo by the degradation of dihydrouracil and carnosine. Since neuronal uptake and neuronal receptor sensitivity to beta-alanine have been demonstrated, the compound may be a false transmitter replacing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID. A rare genetic disorder, hyper-beta-alaninemia, has been reported.