International review standardizes selenosugar nomenclature and selenium metabolism

An international review has standardized the nomenclature and metabolism of selenosugars, which are the primary urinary metabolites used to excrete selenium. Phys.org reports that previous research in the field was hindered by inconsistent terminology, varying analytical practices, and a limited understanding of how these sugars are biosynthesized.

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