Neopterin
Synonyms
2-Amino-6-(1,2,3-trihydroxypropyl)-4(3H)-pteridinone
Monapterin
Neopterin, (R*, R*)-Isomer
Neopterin, (erythro-D)-Isomer
Neopterin, (erythro-L)-Isomer
Neopterin, (threo-D)-Isomer
Neopterin, (threo-L)-Isomer
Umanopterin
A pteridine derivative present in body fluids; elevated levels result from immune system activation, malignant disease, allograft rejection, and viral infections. (From Stedman, 26th ed) Neopterin also serves as a precursor in the biosynthesis of biopterin.