V has various meanings in the Common Medical category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of V in Common Medical.
Valine is an α-amino acid with the chemical formula HO2CCH(NH2)CH(CH3)2. L-Valine is one of 20 proteinogenic amino acids. Its codons are GUU, GUC, GUA, and GUG. This essential amino acid is classified as nonpolar. Human dietary sources are any proteinaceous foods such as meats, dairy products, soy products, beans and legumes.
Common MedicalA trace organic substance required in the diet of some speciesMany vitamins are precursors of coenzymes. A substance that is critical for proper functioning of a living organism that the organism is unable to produce in sufficient quantities for itself. An organic substance required in small quantities in the diet of some species; generally functions as a component of a coenzyme.
Common MedicalA clear, jelly-like substance that fills the middle of the eye.Also called the vitreous humor, "humor" in medicine referring to a fluid (orsemifluid) substance.
Common MedicalA pipe or duct which allows the flow of air and gasses to the outside. Also, another word for the moving glass part of a window sash, i.e. window vent. A small opening in a foundry mold for the escape of gases. To permit opening of a pressure control valve by opening its pilot port to atmospheric pressure.An air breathing device on a fluid reservoir.-To remove trapped air from a component.
Common MedicalReferring to seeing.
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