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Heparan sulfate

Synonym(s)

A heteropolysaccharide that is similar in structure to heparin. It accumulates in individuals with mucopolysaccharidosis.: Definition from: MeSH via Unified Medical Language System at the National Library of Medicine
similar to heparin but with some L-iduronic acid residues.: Definition from: CRISP Thesaurus via Unified Medical Language System at the National Library of Medicine
Heparitin Sulfate. A glycosaminoglycan, structurally similar to heparin but with more N-acetyl groups and fewer O- and N-sulfate groups. Occurs in the liver, aorta, and lung. Accumulates in several mucopolysaccharidoses.: Definition from: NCI Thesaurus via Unified Medical Language System at the National Library of Medicine


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