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Definition of Desthiobiotin
1. Noun. (organic compound) A derivative of biotin that lacks a sulfur atom; it is a bacterial precursor of biotin ¹
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Medical Definition of Desthiobiotin
1. A compound derived from biotin by the removal of the sulfur atom; a precursor of biotin in bacteria and molds; it can substitute for biotin in some microorganisms, but is without effect on or is inhibitory to the growth of others. (05 Mar 2000)
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