A group of physiologically active prostaglandin endoperoxides. They are precursors in the biosynthesis of prostaglandins and thromboxanes. Most frequently encountered member of this group is the prostaglandin G2.
Entry Term(s)
PGG
Previous Indexing
Peroxides (1966-1977)
Prostaglandins (1966-1977)
Public MeSH Note
91; was see under PROSTAGLANDIN ENDOPEROXIDES 1978-90
History Note
91(78); was see under PROSTAGLANDIN ENDOPEROXIDES 1978-90
A group of physiologically active prostaglandin endoperoxides. They are precursors in the biosynthesis of prostaglandins and thromboxanes. Most frequently encountered member of this group is the prostaglandin G2.
