Glucokinase

A group of enzymes that catalyzes the conversion of ATP and D-glucose to ADP and D-glucose 6-phosphate. They are found in invertebrates and microorganisms, and are highly specific for glucose. (Enzyme Nomenclature, 1992) EC 2.7.1.2.

Year introduced: 1965

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Tree Number(s): D08.811.913.696.620.250

MeSH Unique ID: D005941

Registry Number: EC 2.7.1.2

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Glucokinase