Tyrosinase
Also known as: Cresolase; Monophenol Monooxygenase; Monophenol Oxidase; Phenolase
Description
Tyrosinase is a type of Oxidase Enzyme.
Biological Function of Tyrosinase
Amino Acids
Tyrosinase catalyzes the conversion of Tyrosine to L-Dopa.
Tyrosinase catalyzes the conversion of L-Dopa to Dopaquinone (a precursor for the endogenous production of Melanin).
These Substances may Enhance the Function of Tyrosinase
Minerals
Copper is an essential cofactor for Tyrosinase. [1]
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