Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Horse radish peroxidase; Horseradish peroxidase; Lactoperoxidase; MPO; Myeloperoxidase; Myeloperoxidase, human pmn; [ChemIDplus] Peroxidase, from horseradish; Donor: hydrogen-peroxide oxidoreductase; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Description
Solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
"A hemeprotein from leukocytes. Deficiency of this enzyme leads to a hereditary disorder coupled with disseminated moniliasis. It catalyzes the conversion of a donor and peroxide to an oxidized donor and water. EC 1.11.1.7." [ChemIDplus] Used in milk preservatives; [JECFA]
Comments
May cause irritation; May cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "ENZYMES."
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