Leucine 2,3-aminomutase explained
| leucine 2,3-aminomutase |
| Ec Number: | 5.4.3.7 |
| Cas Number: | 59125-53-0 |
| Go Code: | 0050047 |
In enzymology, a leucine 2,3-aminomutase is an enzyme that catalyzes the chemical reaction
(3R)-beta-leucineHence, this enzyme is responsible for the conversion of -leucine to β-leucine.
This enzyme belongs to the family of isomerases, specifically those intramolecular transferases transferring amino groups. The systematic name of this enzyme class is (2S)-alpha-leucine 2,3-aminomutase. This enzyme participates in valine, leucine and isoleucine degradation. It employs one cofactor, cobamide.
References
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