Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex

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Also known as:  PDHC

 

Description

The Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex is a group of structurally distinct group of endogenous Enzymes involved in the metabolism of Pyruvic Acid.

 

Biological Function of the Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex

Metabolism

 Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex catalyzes the conversion of Pyruvic Acid to Acetyl Coenzyme A (for input into the Krebs Cycle) and NADH (for input into the Electron Transport System).  [1]

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