Definition
deaminase
noun
- An enzyme that catalyzes the removal of an amino group from an organic compound.
Usage: biochemistry; technical
Examples
- Deaminase enzymes play a crucial role in amino acid metabolism.
- The liver contains high levels of deaminase to break down amino acids.
- Adenosine deaminase deficiency can lead to severe immunodeficiency.
- Scientists studied how deaminase removes nitrogen from proteins.
- The deaminase enzyme catalyzes the conversion of adenosine to inosine.