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Enzymes and Coenzymes > Enzymes > Oxidoreductases > Peroxidases > Catalase

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Catalase  

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  • Catalase A
  • Catalase T
  • Mn Catalase

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  • An oxidoreductase that catalyzes the conversion of HYDROGEN PEROXIDE to water and oxygen. It is present in many animal cells. A deficiency of this enzyme results in ACATALASIA.

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