MOLECULE

Homocysteine

Homocysteine, also known as Hcy or homo-cys, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as l-alpha-amino acids. These are alpha amino acids which have the L-configuration of the alpha-carbon atom. A homocysteine that has L configuration. Homocysteine is a very strong basic compound (based on its pKa). Homocysteine exists in all living species, ranging from bacteria to humans. Homocysteine is a potentially toxic compound. Homocysteine is expected to be in Cannabis as all living plants are known to produce and metabolize it.