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Acid phosphatase
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| - | '''Acid phosphatase''' (ACP, EC number [http://www.brenda-enzymes.info/php/result_flat.php4?ecno=3.1.3.2 3.1.3.2]) is an enzyme which removes phosphate from other molecules during digestion. It catalyzes the conversion of orthophosphoric monoester and H<sub>2</sub>O to alcohol and phosphoric acid. The enzyme is most effective in acidic environment, hence its name.<br /> | + | '''Acid phosphatase''' (ACP, EC number [http://www.brenda-enzymes.info/php/result_flat.php4?ecno=3.1.3.2 3.1.3.2]) is an enzyme which removes phosphate from other molecules during digestion. It catalyzes the conversion of orthophosphoric monoester and H<sub>2</sub>O to alcohol and phosphoric acid. The enzyme is most effective in acidic environment, hence its name.<ref>PMID:11877150</ref><br /> |
*'''Prostatic ACP''' (PSAP) is produced by the prostate.<br /> | *'''Prostatic ACP''' (PSAP) is produced by the prostate.<br /> | ||
*'''Purple ACP''' (PAP) or '''tartrate-resistant ACP''' contains a dinuclear Fe center and their oxidized form in solution maintains a purple color. <br /> | *'''Purple ACP''' (PAP) or '''tartrate-resistant ACP''' contains a dinuclear Fe center and their oxidized form in solution maintains a purple color. <br /> | ||
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Revision as of 12:07, 3 December 2015
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3D Structures of acid phosphatase
Updated on 03-December-2015
References
- ↑ Wang J, Wu D, Fitzke FW. [A study of motion perception in primary open-angle glaucoma]. Zhonghua Yan Ke Za Zhi. 1998 Jan;34(1):39-41. PMID:11877150
