Catechol-O-Methyltransferase
Also known as: COMT
Description
Catechol-O-Methyltransferase is a type of (endogenous) Transmethylase Transferase Enzyme. It is present in most body tissues.
Biological Function of COMT
Nervous System
COMT catalyzes the metabolism of various Catecholamines to their metabolic products for excretion via the Urine:
Caution: excessive metabolism of Catecholamines by COMT can cause the depletion of Catecholamines.
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