Acid Phosphatase

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Description

Acid Phosphatase is a type of Phosphatase Hydrolase Enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of certain esters of Phosphoric Acid (i.e. Phosphates).

 

Biological Function of Acid Phosphatase

Excretory System

 Acid Phosphatase concentrates in the Kidneys.

 

Sexual System

 Acid Phosphatase concentrates in the Prostate Gland.

 Acid Phosphatase is a constituent of the Seminal Plasma component of Semen.

 

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