ISSN:
1420-9071
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Tryptophan can inhibit DOPA (3,4-dihydroxy phenylalanine) conversion to melanin both by the enzymatic and the nonenzymatic route. Its role has been studied in relation to vitiligo.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01953793