Ptomaines

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Description

Ptomaines are a group of (sometimes toxic) Amines produced by the loss of Carbon Dioxide from Amino Acids due to the actions of certain Bacteria.

 

Types of Ptomaines

 Histamine

 Putrescine

 Tyramine

 

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