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CAS 9001-81-4

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Phosphomutase, glucose

Description:
Phosphomutase, glucose, also known as glucose-1,6-bisphosphate phosphomutase, is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in carbohydrate metabolism. It catalyzes the interconversion of glucose-1-phosphate and glucose-6-phosphate, facilitating the utilization of glucose in various metabolic pathways. This enzyme is classified as a transferase, specifically a phosphotransferase, and is essential for the proper functioning of glycolysis and gluconeogenesis. Phosphomutase is typically found in various organisms, including bacteria and higher plants, and is often associated with cellular processes that require the mobilization of glucose. The enzyme operates through a mechanism that involves the transfer of a phosphate group, which is critical for maintaining cellular energy balance. Its activity can be influenced by factors such as pH, temperature, and the presence of specific cofactors or inhibitors. Understanding the characteristics and function of phosphomutase is important for research in biochemistry and metabolic engineering, as it can provide insights into energy metabolism and potential therapeutic targets for metabolic disorders.
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Synonyms:
  • E.C. 2.7.5.1
  • E.C. 5.4.2.2
  • Fosfomutasa, Glucosa
  • Glucose phosphomutase
  • Phosphofructomutase
  • Phosphoglucomutase
  • Phosphoglucose mutase
  • α-Phosphoglucomutase
  • ALPHA-Phosphoglucomutase
  • Phosphoglucomutase preparation from rabbit muscle
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