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.
Also Known As:
beta-Alanine Hydrochloride; beta-Alanine, Calcium Salt (2:1); beta-Alanine, Monopotassium Salt; beta-Alanine, Monosodium Salt; 3 Aminopropionic Acid; Hydrochloride, beta-Alanine; beta Alanine; beta Alanine Hydrochloride; beta Alanine, Monopotassium Salt; beta Alanine, Monosodium Salt; 3-Aminopropionic Acid