Glutathione Reductase

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Glutathione Reductase is an Oxidoreductase Enzyme.

 

Biological Function of Glutathione Reductase

Eyes/Vision

 Optimal levels of Glutathione Reductase may help to prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) - ARMD patients generally have low levels of Glutathione Reductase.  [1]

 Glutathione Reductase may help to prevent Cataracts.  [2]

 Glutathione Reductase concentrates in the Lens of the Eyes.  [3]

 

Glutathione Reductase Enhances the Function of these Substances

Amino Acids

 Glutathione Reductase maintains Glutathione in its reduced (active) state:

 Glutathione Reductase converts oxidized Glutathione (GSSG) into its non-oxidized (active reduced [GSH]) state:

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