An intracellular tripeptide composed of glutamate, cysteine, and glycine that functions as a major endogenous antioxidant, protecting gametes and embryos from oxidative stress by neutralizing reactive oxygen species. It is also known as GSH.
| Grammatical category | Noun |
|---|---|
| Field | Anatomy, physiology and embryology |
| Level of specialization | High |
| Definition source | Diccionario médico CUN |