Aldehyde Oxidase
Description
Aldehyde Oxidase is a type of Oxidase Enzyme. Most Aldehyde Oxidase activity occurs in the Liver.
Biological Function of Aldehyde Oxidase
Detoxification
Aldehyde Oxidase catalyzes the endogenous oxidation (detoxification) of Aldehydes.
Aldehyde Oxidase catalyzes the oxidation of toxic Acetaldehyde to its less toxic byproduct - Acetic Acid.
Aldehyde Oxidase catalyzes the oxidation of toxic Formaldehyde to Formic Acid.
These Substances may Enhance the Production of Aldehyde Oxidase
Minerals
Molybdenum is an essential component (cofactor) of Aldehyde Oxidase. [1]
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