alcapton
|al-cap-ton|
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/ˈælkæptɒn/
chemical compound in urine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alcapton' originates from the combination of 'alkaptonuria' and 'capto-', where 'capto-' is derived from the Latin 'captare', meaning 'to capture'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'alcapton' was derived from the medical condition 'alkaptonuria', which was first identified in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the substance found in urine, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical compound, also known as homogentisic acid, that is excreted in the urine in alkaptonuria.
The presence of alcapton in the urine is a key indicator of alkaptonuria.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/15 05:06