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are d amino acids forund in animals
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D-amino acids, which are the mirror images of L-amino acids, are mostly found in the cell walls of bacteria and are rare in eukaryotic organisms, including animals. However, recent studies have discovered D-amino acids present in animals as well, albeit in much smaller quantities compared to their L-counterparts. In animals, D-amino acids are involved in various functions, including neurotransmission. For instance, D-serine has been identified as a significant co-agonist for the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors in the brain, playing a crucial role in synaptic plasticity and memory formation. Moreover, D-aspartate is found in the nervous and endocrine systems, where it's implicated in the modulation of hormone secretion and neurotransmission. These findings suggest that despite their rarity, D-amino acids have essential biological roles in animals.
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