Pyrimidines
Description
Pyrimidines are aromatic Nitrogen bases that are commonly found in Nucleic Acids and some Vitamins and Coenzymes.
Pyrimidines Enhance the Function of these Substances
Nucleic Compounds
Pyrimidines are a component of some Nucleosides.
Pyrimidines form Hydrogen bonds with Purines to form Nucleotides.
These Substances may Enhance the Function of Pyrimidines
Amino Acids
Orotic Acid is an intermediate in the synthesis of Pyrimidines. [1]
Serine may facilitate the synthesis of endogenous Pyrimidines.
Vitamins
Biotin is a cofactor for the endogenous synthesis of Pyrimidines.
Folic Acid is a cofactor for the endogenous synthesis of Pyrimidines. [2]
Vitamin B12 is essential for the endogenous synthesis of Pyrimidines.
Types of Pyrimidines
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