3-Aminoisobutyric Acid

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein

**Definition:** A derivative of the amino acid alanine that is a product of thymine metabolism, which has the potential to induce downstream metabolic activity. During exercise, 3-aminoisobutyric acid is secreted by muscle cells into the blood. Once this molecule interacts with adipocytes, it may induce signaling pathways that regulate the metabolism of fats, insulin, and cholesterol.

**Synonyms:** - 2-(Aminomethyl)Propionic Acid - 2-Methyl-Beta-Alanine - 3-Amino-2-Methylpropanoate - 3-Amino-2-Methylpropanoic Acid - 3-Aminoisobutanoate - 3-Aminoisobutanoic Acid - Alpha-Methyl-Beta-Alanine - BAIB - BAIBA - BAIBA - Beta-Aminoisobutyric Acid