Definitions

1. noun

An enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of nucleotide diphosphates to nucleotide monophosphates, and is involved in the regulation of platelet activation and aggregation.

“The apyrase enzyme plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of nucleotides in the body.”

2. verb

To break down or hydrolyze nucleotide diphosphates to nucleotide monophosphates, typically as part of the regulation of platelet activation and aggregation.

“The apyrase in the blood sample was able to break down the nucleotides efficiently.”