Tryptophanase is an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of the amino acid tryptophan into indole, pyruvate, and ammonia. It plays a crucial role in the metabolism of tryptophan in various organisms, including bacteria and some plants. Tryptophanase is classified as a lyase, specifically a tryptophan-lyase, and is involved in the biosynthesis of indole derivatives, which are important for various biological functions. The enzyme typically requires pyridoxal phosphate as a cofactor for its activity. Tryptophanase is characterized by its ability to facilitate the cleavage of the tryptophan molecule, leading to the production of indole, which is a precursor for many biologically significant compounds, including neurotransmitters and hormones. The enzyme's activity can be influenced by factors such as pH, temperature, and the presence of specific ions or substrates. Tryptophanase is of interest in biochemical research and industrial applications, particularly in the production of indole and related compounds.

Tryptophanase

9024-00-4: Tryptophanase is an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of the amino acid tryptophan into indole, pyruvate, and ammonia. It plays a crucial role in the metabolism of tryptophan in various organisms, including bacteria and some plants. Tryptophanase is classified as a lyase, specifically a tryptophan-lyase, and is involved in the biosynthesis of indole derivatives, which are important for various biological functions. The enzyme typically requires pyridoxal phosphate as a cofactor for its activity. Tryptophanase is characterized by its ability to facilitate the cleavage of the tryptophan molecule, leading to the production of indole, which is a precursor for many biologically significant compounds, including neurotransmitters and hormones. The enzyme's activity can be influenced by factors such as pH, temperature, and the presence of specific ions or substrates. Tryptophanase is of interest in biochemical research and industrial applications, particularly in the production of indole and related compounds.

<p>Tryptophanase, a bacterial enzyme, catalyzes the degradation of tryptophan into indole, pyruvate, and ammonia [1].</p>

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Tryptophanase

Tryptophanase

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