proteose

American

[proh-tee-ohs] / ˈproʊ tiˌoʊs /

noun

Biochemistry.

any of a class of soluble compounds derived from proteins by the action of the gastric juices, pancreatic juices, etc.

proteose British

/ ˈprəʊtɪˌəʊs, -ˌəʊz /

noun

Also called (esp US): albumose. rare any of a group of compounds formed during proteolysis that are less complex than metaproteins but more so than peptones

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Etymology

Origin of proteose

First recorded in 1885–90; prote(in) + -ose ²

Example Sentences

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Luciferin seems to be either a peptone or a proteose.

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Pink colour which becomes violet with more copper sulphate = proteose and peptone.

From The Elements of Bacteriological Technique A Laboratory Guide for Medical, Dental, and Technical Students. Second Edition Rewritten and Enlarged. by Eyre, J. W. H. (John William Henry)

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