Tetrahydrobiopterin biosynthesis is regulated by the activity of the enzyme, GTP cyclohydrolase. Some endogenous polypeptide inhibitors of GTP cyclohdrolase have been isolated from rat liver which may play a role in its regulation.

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National Institute of Health (NIH)
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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
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3859860
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23
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1991
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