Azaserine

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-011844",
  "term": "Azaserine",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A naturally occurring serine derivative diazo compound with antineoplastic properties, Azaserine functions as a purine antagonist and glutamine analogue (glutamine amidotransferase inhibitor) that competitively inhibits pathways in which glutamine is metabolized. An antibiotic and antitumor agent, Azaserine is used in clinical studies as a potential antineoplastic agent.",
  "abbreviation": "AZS",
  "synonyms": [
    "diazoacetylserine",
    "L-azaserine",
    "diazoacetate (ester) L-Serine",
    "diazoacetic acid ester with serine",
    "serine diazoacetate"
  ],
  "references": [
    "National Cancer Institute Thesaurus"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/azaserine/"
}