Guanine is one of the four nucleotide bases that make up DNA and RNA, along with adenine, cytosine and thymine (in DNA) or uracil (in RNA). Structurally, it is a purine derivative that contains a double-ring structure with nitrogen and carbon atoms.
Guanine is involved in many cellular processes, including DNA replication, transcription, and translation. It also plays a role in various metabolic pathways, such as purine and pyrimidine synthesis.
In some organisms, guanine can be used as a signaling molecule, acting as a neurotransmitter or hormone. It is also a fluorescent compound that can be used for labeling and imaging in biological research.
Guanine has been studied for its potential therapeutic applications in cancer, as well as in skin disorders and neurological diseases. However, its use in medicine is still in the early stages of research.
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