Glutaminase

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Also known as:  L-Glutamine Aminohydrolase

 

Description

Glutaminase is a type of Hydrolase Enzyme found in the Kidneys.

 

Biological Function of Glutaminase

Urea Cycle

 Glutaminase catalyzes the breakdown of Glutamine into Ammonia and Glutamic Acid.

 

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