aldolase

/ælˈdoʊleɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of an aldose to a ketose or vice versa

“The aldolase in the cell played a crucial role in regulating the balance of sugars.”

2. noun

a type of glycolytic enzyme found in many organisms

“Research on aldolase has led to a greater understanding of cellular metabolism.”

Synonyms

  • fructose-bisphosphate aldolase
  • glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate aldolase

Antonyms

  • kinase