transaminase

Noun

Meaning

a class of transferases that catalyze transamination (that transfer an amino group from an amino acid to another compound)

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A transaminase converts the oxaloacetate to aspartate for transport back across the membrane and into the intermembrane space. Source: Internet

Blood testing of a person with ischemic hepatitis will show very high levels of transaminase enzymes ( AST and ALT ). Source: Internet

Whereas transaminase values are often elevated, jaundice is uncommon. Source: Internet

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