Monoamine Oxidase

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Also known as:  MAO;  Adrenalin Oxidase;  Amine Oxidase (Flavin-containing);  Tyraminase;  Tyramine Oxidase

 

Description

Monoamine Oxidase is a group of Oxidase Enzymes.  These Enzymes are present inside Neurons and other Cells including those of the Liver.

 

Biological Function of Monoamine Oxidase

Amines

 MAO breaks down (by oxidizing and inactivating) toxic Amino Acids such as Tyramine - this prevents the toxic effects that can occur if Tyramine enters the Brain.

 

Toxic Effects of Excessive MAO Production

Nervous System

 MAO breaks down (inactivates/oxidizes/metabolizes) essential Monoamine Neurotransmitters (this activity, when under control, is desirable to prevent the excessive accumulation of Neurotransmitters, however excessive MAO production causes depletion of essential Neurotransmitters):

 MAO catalyzes the conversion of Adrenaline to Dihydroxymendalic Acid.

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