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Transferase

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Transferases are enzymes transferring a group, for example, the methyl group or a glycosyl group, from one compound (generally regarded as donor) to another compound (generally regarded as acceptor). The classification is based on the scheme "donor: acceptor group transferase". (EC 2 class) [ ]

Term info

Label

Transferase

Synonyms
  • EC 2
  • Transferase
Legacy Concept Name

Transferase

Preferred Name

Transferase

Semantic Type

Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein, Enzyme

UMLS CUI

C0040676

code

C17210