Deiodase
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Deiodase is a noun meaning (biochemistry) An enzyme that catalyses the removal of iodine from iodothyronine; its deficiency causes goitre.
Meaning
(biochemistry) An enzyme that catalyses the removal of iodine from iodothyronine; its deficiency causes goitre.
Word Forms
- deiodases
Synonyms for deiodase
Depending on context, synonyms include deiodinase.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include deiodinase, monodeiodinase, desiodase, iodinase, thyrodoxin, thyroperoxidase.
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