Synonym for lipoic acid ... <biochemistry> 1,2 dithiolane 3 valeric acid. Regarded as a coenzyme in the oxoglutarate dehydrogenase complex of the citric acid cycle. Involved generally in oxidative decarboxylations of _ keto acids. A growth factor for some organisms. ... (18 Nov 1997) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: prō′tō-jen Synonyms: lipoic acid