Adenosine

Synonyms of adenosine

• amp
• adenine
• ADP

Collocations of adenosine

adenosine receptor

Frequency: 80 %

The adenosine receptor plays a key role in regulating sleep.

adenosine triphosphate

Frequency: 70 %

Adenosine triphosphate is often referred to as the energy currency of the cell.

adenosine deaminase

Frequency: 60 %

Deficiency of adenosine deaminase can lead to severe combined immunodeficiency.

adenosine monophosphate

Frequency: 50 %

Adenosine monophosphate is a precursor to adenosine triphosphate.

Idiomatic Expressions for adenosine

• Phrase: adenosine receptor
  Meaning: a protein on the surface of cells that binds to adenosine and regulates various physiological processes
  Usage: Caffeine works by blocking adenosine receptors in the brain, leading to increased alertness.