Arginases

/ˈɑrdʒɪneɪzɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of arginase; multiple forms or instances of the enzyme that catalyzes arginine breakdown.

Etymology

Plural form of 'arginase.' Different organisms and even different tissues within the same organism express multiple variants of this enzyme.

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Different types of arginase exist in your liver, kidneys, and even immune cells—each version is tweaked to work in its specific environment!

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