glucosyltransferases

(noun)

Glucosyltransferases are a type of glycosyltransferase that enable the transfer of glucose such as glycogen synthesis.

Related Terms

  • Polysaccharides
  • gluconeogenesis

Examples of glucosyltransferases in the following topics:

  • Polysaccharide Biosynthesis

    • It is used in nucleotide sugars metabolism as an activated form of glucose as a substrate for enzymes called glucosyltransferases.
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