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Aldehyde Oxidase  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An aldehyde oxidoreductase expressed predominantly in the LIVER; LUNGS; and KIDNEY. It catalyzes the oxidation of a variety of organic aldehydes and N-heterocyclic compounds to CARBOXYLIC ACIDS, and also oxidizes quinoline and pyridine derivatives. The enzyme utilizes molybdenum cofactor and FAD as cofactors.

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Entry terms

  • 9029-07-6 (CRN)

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-SX17FB8P-B

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