microsomal (Meaning)
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microsomal (a)
of or relating to microsomes
Synonyms & Antonyms of microsomal
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microsomal Sentence Examples
- Cytochrome P450 enzymes are primarily localized in the endoplasmic reticulum's microsomal membrane.
- The microsomal fraction of cells contains key enzymes involved in drug metabolism.
- Microsomal enzymes play a crucial role in detoxifying and metabolizing various endogenous and exogenous compounds.
- The microsomal membrane is a dynamic structure that regulates lipid synthesis and cellular homeostasis.
- Microsomal monoamine oxidase (MAO) is an important enzyme involved in the metabolism of neurotransmitters.
- Microsomal glutathione S-transferases (GSTs) protect cells against oxidative stress and xenobiotic damage.
- Microsomal UDP-glucuronosyltransferases (UGTs) conjugate drugs and other compounds with glucuronic acid.
- Microsomal calcium ATPase (SERCA) maintains calcium homeostasis within the endoplasmic reticulum.
- The microsomal fraction can be isolated using ultracentrifugation to study microsomal enzyme activities.
- Microsomal proteins are often glycosylated and have a specific targeting signal for their localization.
FAQs About the word microsomal
of or relating to microsomes
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Cytochrome P450 enzymes are primarily localized in the endoplasmic reticulum's microsomal membrane.
The microsomal fraction of cells contains key enzymes involved in drug metabolism.
Microsomal enzymes play a crucial role in detoxifying and metabolizing various endogenous and exogenous compounds.
The microsomal membrane is a dynamic structure that regulates lipid synthesis and cellular homeostasis.
