deaminase

/diːˈæmɪneɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

an enzyme that catalyzes the removal of an amino group from an organic compound

“The process involves the use of a deaminase enzyme to break down the protein into simpler components.”

Synonyms

  • aminase
  • amino acid hydrolase

Antonyms

  • amidase
  • amidase enzyme