Definition of «anhydrase»

Anhydrase is an enzyme that catalyzes the reversible hydration of substrates, such as sugars or amino acids, by adding water molecules to them. This process is essential for various physiological functions and metabolic reactions in living organisms.

Phrases with «anhydrase»

carbonic anhydrase
enzyme carbonic anhydrase
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Sentences with «anhydrase»

Risk may be higher with long - term treatment (12) and concurrent use of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors such as topiramate or zonisamide (24). (matthewsfriends.org)
Children on carbonic anhydrase inhibitor medications (for example, topiramate or zonisamide) may have increased risk of excess ketosis and metabolic acidosis on commencing ketogenic therapy (2). (matthewsfriends.org)
A micromotor covered with the enzyme carbonic anhydrase zips through water rapidly converting dissolved carbon dioxide to the bicarbonate ion, which can then be precipitated as calcium carbonate. (foresight.org)
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