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Superoxide Dismutase

Medical Definition: An oxidoreductase that catalyzes the reaction between superoxide anions and hydrogen to yield molecular oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. The enzyme protects the cell against dangerous levels of superoxide. EC 1.15.1.1.
Also Called: Fe-Zn Superoxide Dismutase,Iron Superoxide Dismutase,Cobalt Superoxide Dismutase,Cu-Zn Superoxide Dismutase,Cu-Superoxide Dismutase,Mn-Superoxide Dismutase,Ag-Zn Superoxide Dismutase
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: EC 1.15.1.1
Previously Indexed: Oxidoreductases (1966-1972)

Superoxide Dismutase Medical Definitions and Terms

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