aminotransferase
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a·mi·no·trans·fer·ase
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aminotransferase
IN BRIEF: n. - A class of enzymes that promote a movement reaction that catalyze transamination
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aminotransferase
An enzyme that catalyzes the reversible transfer of an amino group from an α-amino acid to an α-keto acid using the coenzyme pyridoxal phosphate. Called also transaminase.
- alanine a. — an enzyme that has high serum levels after acute damage to liver cells. Called also ALT. See also alanine aminotransferase.
- aspartate a. — an enzyme that has high serum levels after skeletal muscle damage or acute damage to liver cells. Called also AST. See also aspartate aminotransferase.
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