lyochromen.
/ˈlʌɪəkrəʊm/ Biochemistry.
= flavin n. 2.
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1933 Chem. Abstr. 27 2167 The name lyochrome is proposed for pigments of this class.
1938 Biochem. Jrnl. 32 381 The distribution of the lyochromes in the kidneys of frogs and rats was studied by intravital microscopy.
1964 A. F. Wagner & K. Folkers Vitamins & Coenzymes iv. 48 The term ‘lyochrome’ was rejected, and the designation ‘flavin’ was adopted for these growth-promoting water-soluble pigments.
1974 Encycl. Brit. Macropædia IV. 922/2 (heading) Flavins (lyochromes).
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