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Enzymes and Coenzymes > Enzymes > Transferases

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Transferases  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Transferases are enzymes transferring a group, for example, the methyl group or a glycosyl group, from one compound (generally regarded as donor) to another compound (generally regarded as acceptor). The classification is based on the scheme "donor:acceptor group transferase". (Enzyme Nomenclature, 1992) EC 2.

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Entry terms

  • 9047-61-4 (CAS RN)
  • Transferase

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