Amine oxidase
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An amine oxidase is an enzyme that catalyzes the oxidative cleavage of alkylamines into aldehydes and ammonia:[1]
- RCH2NH2 + H2O + O2 RCHO + NH3 + H2O2
Amine oxidases are divided into two subfamilies based on the cofactor they contain:
| Class | Cofactor | Subclass | Enzyme Commission number | Human genes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amine oxidase (formerly Template:EC number) |
copper | lysyl oxidase | Template:EC number | LOX |
| primary-amine oxidase | Template:EC number | AOC2, AOC3 | ||
| diamine oxidase | Template:EC number | AOC1 | ||
| Monoamine oxidase | flavin | N/A | Template:EC number | MAOA, MAOB |
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