Phosphogluconate Dehydrogenase
An enzyme of the oxidoreductase class that catalyzes the reaction 6-phospho-D-gluconate and NADP+ to yield D-ribulose 5-phosphate, carbon dioxide, and NADPH. The reaction is a step in the pentose phosphate pathway of glucose metabolism. (From Dorland, 27th ed) EC 1.1.1.43.
Year introduced: 1965
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Tree Number(s): D08.811.682.047.150.600
MeSH Unique ID: D010734
Registry Number: EC 1.1.1.43
Entry Terms:
- Dehydrogenase, Phosphogluconate
- 6-Phosphogluconate Dehydrogenase
- 6 Phosphogluconate Dehydrogenase
- Dehydrogenase, 6-Phosphogluconate