SPERMIDINE
\spˈɜːmɪdˌiːn], \spˈɜːmɪdˌiːn], \s_p_ˈɜː_m_ɪ_d_ˌiː_n]\
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A polyamine formed from putrescine. It is found in almost all tissues in association with nucleic acids. It is found as a cation at all pH values, and is thought to help stabilize some membranes and nucleic acid structures. It is a precursor of spermine.
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