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Full form of FAD, FMN, NAD, NADP?


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FAD:

  1. The term "FAD" means Flavin Adenine Dinucleotide.
  2. ATP and riboflavin combine to form FAD.
  3. It acts as a cofactor for enzymes.

FMN:

  1. The term "FMN" means Flavin Mono Nucleotide.
  2. FMN that is also known as riboflavin 5′-phosphate is formed by the phosphorylation of riboflavin(Vitamin B2) with ATP.
  3. Vitamin B2 elevates the production of cellular energy.

NAD:

  1. The term "NAD" means Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide.
  2. It is formed by Niacin.
  3. Niacin is also known as Vitamin B3.
  4. Vitamin B3 enhances the development of cellular energy and cardiovascular health.

NADP:

  1. The term "NADP" means Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate.
  2. NADP converts to NADPH after receiving an electron and an atom of hydrogen.
  3. The anabolic reaction produces NADP+.

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