Enzyme
superoxide dismutase
Definitions related to superoxide dismutase:
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An oxidoreductase that catalyzes the reaction between SUPEROXIDES and hydrogen to yield molecular oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. The enzyme protects the cell against dangerous levels of superoxide.NLM Medical Subject HeadingsU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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Proteins that protect cells against elevated levels of superoxide a reactive oxygen species. These antioxidant enzymes catalyze the formation of molecular oxygen and hydrogen peroxide from the superoxide anion. They are also potential therapeutic agents in diseases related to oxidative stress and in the regulation of the aging process.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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