Cyclic AMP

**Definition:** An adenine nucleotide containing one phosphate group which is esterified to both the 3'- and 5'-positions of the sugar moiety. It is a second messenger and a key intracellular regulator, functioning as a mediator of activity for a number of hormones, including epinephrine, glucagon, and ACTH.

**Tree numbers:** - D03.633.100.759.646.138.395 - D13.695.462.200 - D13.695.667.138.395 - D13.695.827.068.395

**Synonyms:** - Adenosine Cyclic 3,5 Monophosphate - Adenosine Cyclic-3',5'-Monophosphate - Adenosine Cyclic 3',5'-Monophosphate - Adenosine Cyclic Monophosphate