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Preferred Term:

gliadin

Definition:
Simple protein, one of the prolamines, derived from the gluten of wheat, rye, etc. May be separated into 4 discrete electrophoretic fractions. It is the toxic factor associated with celiac disease.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
  • alpha-gliadin
  • gamma-gliadin
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/24045
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