Xanthine oxidase

CAS: 9002-17-9

Ref. 3D-FX178880

Informação sobre produto

• Nome: Xanthine oxidase
• Sinónimos: Xanthine oxidase from bovine milk (ammonium sulfate suspension), E.C. 1.1.3.22, E.C. 1.17.3.2, E.C. 1.2.3.2, Ec 1.2.3.2, Hypoxanthine oxidase, Hypoxanthine-xanthine oxidase, Oxidasa, Xantina, Oxidase, Xanthin-, Oxydase, Xanthine, Schardinger enzyme, Xanthine oxidoreductase, Xanthine:xanthine oxidase, Oxidase, xanthine

Descrição

Xanthine oxidase is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the metabolism of purines. It acts as an oxidase, converting hypoxanthine to xanthine and then further converting xanthine to uric acid. Xanthine oxidase inhibitors are substances that inhibit the activity of this enzyme. One such inhibitor is FAD (flavin adenine dinucleotide), which binds to xanthine oxidase and prevents it from carrying out its normal function. Another class of inhibitors includes substances that bind to the molybdenum cofactor of the enzyme, thereby blocking its activity. Xanthine oxidase inhibitors have been studied for their potential therapeutic applications. For example, they have been investigated as potential treatments for conditions such as gout, where high levels of uric acid can lead to painful joint inflammation. By inhibiting xanthine oxidase, these inhibitors can reduce the production of uric acid and help alleviate symptoms. In addition to their medical applications,

• Marca: Biosynth

Propriedades químicas

• Pureza: Min. 95%
• Cor/forma: Powder