Methylmalonic Acid

A malonic acid derivative which is a vital intermediate in the metabolism of fat and protein. Abnormalities in methylmalonic acid metabolism lead to methylmalonic aciduria. This metabolic disease is attributed to a block in the enzymatic conversion of methylmalonyl CoA to succinyl CoA.

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): D02.241.081.337.540.500

MeSH Unique ID: D008764

Registry Number: 8LL8S712J7

Entry Terms:

• Acid, Methylmalonic

Previous Indexing:

• Malonates (1974)

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Organic Chemicals
Carboxylic Acids
Acids, Acyclic
Dicarboxylic Acids
Malonates
Methylmalonic Acid