volutin

/vɒlˈjuːtɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A protein that inhibits the activity of the enzyme glycogen phosphorylase.

“The scientist studied the effects of volutin on muscle glycogen metabolism.”

2. noun

A type of bacterial inclusion body found in certain bacteria.

“The electron microscope revealed the presence of volutins within the bacterial cell.”

Synonyms

  • bacterial inclusion body
  • glycogen phosphorylase inhibitor