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Sulfur Group Transferases

Medical Definition: Enzymes that catalyze the transfer of sulfur atoms (2.8.1), sulfur groups (2.8.2) or coenzyme A (2.8.3). EC 2.8.
CAS Number: EC 2.8
Previously Indexed: Transferases (1970-1997)
Sulfur Group Transferases Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Coenzyme A-Transferases - Enzymes which transfer coenzyme A moieties from acyl- or acetyl-CoA to various carboxylic acceptors forming a thiol ester. Enzymes in this group are instrumental in ketone body metabolism and utilization of acetoacetate in mitochondria. EC 2.8.3.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Sulfotransferases - Enzymes which transfer sulfate groups to various acceptor molecules. They are involved in posttranslational sulfation of proteins and sulfate conjugation of exogenous chemicals and bile acids. EC 2.8.2.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Sulfurtransferases - Enzymes which transfer sulfur atoms to various acceptor molecules. EC 2.8.1.

Sulfur Group Transferases Medical Definitions and Terms

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