CAS 37250-79-6: Dehydrogenase, D-lactate (cytochrome)

Description:Dehydrogenase, D-lactate (cytochrome), with the CAS number 37250-79-6, is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the metabolic pathway of D-lactic acid. This enzyme catalyzes the oxidation of D-lactate to pyruvate, utilizing cytochrome as a cofactor, which is integral to its electron transfer mechanism. It is typically found in certain bacteria and is involved in anaerobic respiration, contributing to energy production under low-oxygen conditions. The enzyme exhibits specificity for D-lactate, distinguishing it from other lactate dehydrogenases that may act on L-lactate. Its activity is influenced by various factors, including pH, temperature, and the presence of inhibitors or activators. Understanding the characteristics and functions of D-lactate dehydrogenase is important in microbiology and biochemistry, particularly in studies related to fermentation processes and metabolic disorders associated with D-lactic acid accumulation. Additionally, this enzyme has potential applications in biotechnology, such as in the production of biofuels and other biochemicals.