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Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase

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Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Definition

Encoded as 2 alternative isoforms by human housekeeping G6PD Gene (G6PD Family), 514-/560-aa 59-kDa homodimeric or homotetrameric cytosolic Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase mainly produces NADPH, an electron donor to oxidizing agents and in biosynthetic reactions. G6PD deficiency may cause jaundice, hemolysis, or non-spherocytic hemolytic anemia. (NCI)

Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Synonyms

Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase, EC 1.1.1.49, G6PD

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