Formiminoglutamic acid
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Overview
Formiminoglutamic acid (FIGLU) is an intermediate in the metabolism of histidine.
The "FIGLU" test is used to identify deficiency of vitamin B12 or folate deficiency or liver disease.
See also
- Imidazol-4-one-5-propionic acid
- Glutamate-1-semialdehyde
- Formiminotransferase cyclodeaminase
- Glutamic acid
External links
- FIGLU+Test at the US National Library of Medicine Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)