Noun: phosphocreatine ,fós-fow'kree-u,teen
- An organic compound of creatine and phosphoric acid; found in the muscles of vertebrates where its hydrolysis releases energy for muscular contraction
"Athletes often take creatine supplements to increase phosphocreatine levels in their muscles";
- creatine phosphate, creatine phosphoric acid
Derived forms: phosphocreatines
Type of: organic compound
Encyclopedia: Phosphocreatine