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mondofacto - Online Medical Dictionary
Category: Health and Medicine > Medical Dictionary
Date & country: 26/01/2008, UK
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glycanohydrolasesHydrolases acting on glycans; e.g., chitinase, hyaluronoglucosidase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycateThe product of the nonenzymic reaction between a sugar and the free amino group(s) of proteins in which it is not known if the sugar is attached by a glycosyl or a glycoside linkage, or has formed a Schiff base. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycation<biochemistry> The uncontrolled, non-enzymatic reaction of sugars with proteins. Chemical glycation is also very important in the damage done to diabetics when their sugar levels rise above normal, and in damage done to critical proteins of long-lived nerve cells in aging. ... (14 Nov 1997) ...
glyceraldehdye 3 phosphate<biochemistry> Three carbon intermediate of the glycolytic pathway formed by the cleavage of fructose 1,6 bisphosphate, catalysed by the enzyme aldolase. ... Also involved in reversible interchange between glycolysis and the pentose phosphate pathway. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
glyceraldehyde<biochemistry> A type of aldose with the chemical formula C3H6O3. This molecule is used as the reference molecule for handedness (L, lefthanded, or D, right-handed stereochemical configuration) in amino acids, carbohydrates, etc. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate<biochemistry> In glycolysis, glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate is created from dihydroxyacetone phosphate with the aid of triose-phosphate isomerase. In turn, it an dorganic phosphate and NAD+ are converted into 1,3-bisphosphoglycerate, NADH and free hydrogen with the aid of glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate dehydrogenase. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
glyceric acidHOCH2-CHOH-COOH;the fatty acid analog of glycerol; occurs particularly in the form of phosphorylated derivatives, as an intermediate in glycolysis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceric aldehydeSynonym for glyceraldehyde ... <biochemistry> A type of aldose with the chemical formula C3H6O3. This molecule is used as the reference molecule for handedness (L, lefthanded, or D, right-handed stereochemical configuration) in amino acids, carbohydrates, etc. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
glyceridasesGeneral term for enzymes catalyzing the hydrolysis of glycerol esters (glycerides); e.g., triacylglycerol lipase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceride<biochemistry> A lipid which consists of a glycerol molecule with one, two, or three fatty acids attached to it. ... These different types are called monoglycerides, diglycerides, and triglycerides, respectively. Glycerides are important fat storage molecules. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
glycerinSynonym: glycerol. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerin jellySynonym for glycerinated gelatin ... A preparation made of equal parts of gelatin and glycerin; a firm mass liquefying at gentle heat; it is used as a vehicle for suppositories and urethral bougies. ... Synonym: glycerin jelly, glycerogelatin, glycogelatin. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerin suppositoryA conical translucent dosage form for rectal administration intended for the relief of constipation; frequently used in young children. Contains glycerin and a stiffening agent such as sodium stearate (a soap). Action is produced by lubrication, water retention, and local irritation. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerinated gelatinA preparation made of equal parts of gelatin and glycerin; a firm mass liquefying at gentle heat; it is used as a vehicle for suppositories and urethral bougies. ... Synonym: glycerin jelly, glycerogelatin, glycogelatin. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerinated tinctureA tincture made with diluted alcohol to which glycerin is added to facilitate the extraction or to preserve the preparation. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerination<cell culture> Permeabilisation of the plasma membrane of cells by incubating in aqueous glycerol at low temperature. ... The technique was first applied to muscle which, once glycerinated, can be made to contract by adding exogenous ATP and calcium. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
glycerine<chemistry> An oily, viscous liquid, C3H5(OH)3, colourless and odorless, and with a hot, sweetish taste, existing in the natural fats and oils as the base, combined with various acids, as oleic, margaric, stearic, and palmitic. It is a triatomic alcohol, and hence is also called glycerol. See Note under Gelatin. ... It is obtained from fats by …
glycerogelatinSynonym for glycerinated gelatin ... A preparation made of equal parts of gelatin and glycerin; a firm mass liquefying at gentle heat; it is used as a vehicle for suppositories and urethral bougies. ... Synonym: glycerin jelly, glycerogelatin, glycogelatin. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceroketoneAn obsolete term for dihydroxyacetone. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerokinaseSynonym for glycerol kinase ... <enzyme> An enzyme that catalyses the formation of glycerol 3-phosphate from ATP and glycerol. Dihydroxyacetone and l-glyceraldehyde can also act as acceptors; utp and, in the case of the yeast enzyme, itp and GTP can act as donors. It provides a way for glycerol derived from fats or glycerides to enter the glyc …
glycerol<biochemistry> A metabolic intermediate, but primarily of interest as the central structural component of the major classes of biological lipids, triglycerides and phosphatidyl phospholipids. Also used as a cryoprotectant. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
glycerol dehydratase<enzyme> Requires a cobamide coenzyme ... Registry number: EC 4.2.1.30 ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
glycerol kinase<enzyme> An enzyme that catalyses the formation of glycerol 3-phosphate from ATP and glycerol. Dihydroxyacetone and l-glyceraldehyde can also act as acceptors; utp and, in the case of the yeast enzyme, itp and GTP can act as donors. It provides a way for glycerol derived from fats or glycerides to enter the glycolytic pathway. ... Chemical nam …
glycerol oxidase<enzyme> Oxidises glycerol in the presence of oxygen to glyceraldehyde and hydrogen peroxide without the requirement of any exogenous cofactors; protoheme ix and copper are in prosthetic group ... Registry number: EC 1.1.3.- ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
glycerol phosphateThe anion of a phosphoric ester of glycerol; the 3-derivative is the central component of phosphatidates (R-glycerol 3-phosphate). ... Synonym: glycerophosphate. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerol-1-phosphate dehydrogenase<enzyme> From the archaebacterium methanobacterium thermoautotrophicum; forms the glycerophosphate which is the mirror image of that found in eubacterial and eukaryotic ether phospholipids ... Registry number: EC 1.1.1.- ... Synonym: sn-glycerol-1-phosphate - nad+ oxidoreductase, sn-g-1-p dehydrogenase ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenaseAlpha-Glycerol phosphate dehydrogenase; 3-phosphoglycerol dehydrogenase;an oxidoreductase that catalyses the interconversion of dihydroxyacetone phosphate and sn-glycerol 3-phosphate, with the participation of NAD+; its action provides the glycerol moiety from carbohydrate during lipogenesis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerolphosphate dehydrogenase<enzyme> Registry number: EC 1.1.- ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glyceroneSynonym for dihydroxyacetone ... <chemical> 1,3-dihydroxy-2-propanone. A ketotriose compound. Its addition to blood preservation solutions results in better maintenance of 2,3-diphosphoglycerate levels during storage. It is readily phosphorylated to dihydroxyacetone phosphate by triokinase in erythrocytes. In combination with naphthoquinones i …
glycerophosphateSynonym for glycerol phosphate ... The anion of a phosphoric ester of glycerol; the 3-derivative is the central component of phosphatidates (R-glycerol 3-phosphate). ... Synonym: glycerophosphate. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerophosphate permease<chemical> ... Synonym: sn-glycerol-3-phosphate permease, glpt protein ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
glycerophosphate shuttleA mechanism for the transfer of reducing equivalents from the cytosol into the mitochondria; NADH is used to synthesise glycerol 3-phosphate in the cytosol; this compound is then transported into the mitochondria where it is converted to dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP) using FAD; DHAP then returns to the cytosol to complete the cycle; found in br …
glycerophosphocholineHOCH2-CHOH-CH2-OP(O2H)&mdas h;OCH2CH2-[N(CH3)3]+;a component of phosphatidylcholines (lecithins), in which the two OH's of glycerophosphocholine are esterified with fatty acids. ... Synonym: glycerophosphorylcholine. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerophospholipid<biochemistry> An amphipathic lipid that has a glycerol backbone. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
glycerophosphoric acidA phosphoric ester of glycerol. ... See: glycerol phosphate. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerophosphorylcholineSynonym for glycerophosphocholine ... HOCH2-CHOH-CH2-OP(O2H)&mdas h;OCH2CH2-[N(CH3)3]+;a component of phosphatidylcholines (lecithins), in which the two OH's of glycerophosphocholine are esterified with fatty acids. ... Synonym: glycerophosphorylcholine. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycerophosphorylcholine synthetase<enzyme> Forms sn-glycerol-3-phosphorylcholine from cdpcholine and glycerol-3-phosphate ... Registry number: EC 2.6.99.- ... Synonym: cdp-choline-3-glycerophosphate cholinetransferase, cdp-gpccholinetransferase ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
glyceruloseSynonym for dihydroxyacetone ... <chemical> 1,3-dihydroxy-2-propanone. A ketotriose compound. Its addition to blood preservation solutions results in better maintenance of 2,3-diphosphoglycerate levels during storage. It is readily phosphorylated to dihydroxyacetone phosphate by triokinase in erythrocytes. In combination with naphthoquinones i …
glyceryl alcoholSynonym for glycerol ... <biochemistry> A metabolic intermediate, but primarily of interest as the central structural component of the major classes of biological lipids, triglycerides and phosphatidyl phospholipids. Also used as a cryoprotectant. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
glyceryl borateSynonym for boroglycerin ... A soft mass obtained by heating glycerin and boric acid; an obsolete antiseptic, usually used mixed with equal parts of glycerin, constituting glycerite. ... Synonym: boroglycerol, glyceryl borate. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceryl ethersCompounds in which one or more of the three hydroxyl groups of glycerol are in ethereal linkage with a saturated or unsaturated aliphatic alcohol; one or two of the hydroxyl groups of glycerol may be esterified. These compounds have been found in various animal tissue. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glyceryl guaiacolateSynonym for guaifenesin ... 3-(o-Methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol;an expectorant that reduces the viscosity of sputum. ... Synonym: glyceryl guaiacolate, guaiacol glyceryl ether. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceryl iodideAn organic form of iodine which slowly liberates iodine in the body after oral administration. Used primarily as an expectorant/mucolytic. ... Synonym: 3-iodo-1,2-propanediol, gamma-iodopropyleneglycol. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceryl monostearateThe ester of glycerol and one molecule of stearic acid; used in the manufacture of cosmetic creams and dermatologic preparations. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceryl triacetateSynonym for triacetin ... <chemical> A triglyceride that is used as an antifungal agent. ... Pharmacological action: antifungal agents, anti-infective agents, local. ... Chemical name: 1,2,3-Propanetriol, triacetate ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glyceryl tributyrateSynonym for tributyrin ... A synthetic substrate for lipase assays. ... Synonym: glyceryl tributyrate, tributyrylglycerol. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceryl tricaprateSynonym for caprin ... Tridecanoylglycerol;one of the substances found in butter upon which its flavor depends. ... Synonym: decanoin, glyceryl tricaprate. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyceryl trinitrateSynonym for nitroglycerin ... <chemistry> A liquid appearing like a heavy oil, colourless or yellowish, and consisting of a mixture of several glycerin salts of nitric acid, and hence more properly called glycerin nitrate. ... It is made by the action of nitric acid on glycerin in the presence of sulphuric acid. It is extremely unstable and ter …
glyceryl trinitrate reductase<enzyme> May be an enzyme system; from fungus phanerochaete chrysosporium; requires NADPH; forms glyceryl dinitrates, and ultimately, glyceryl mononitrates and no ... Registry number: EC 1.7.3.- ... Synonym: gtn-reductase, glycerol trinitrate reductase, gtn reductase ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
glycerylphosphorylcholine<chemical> A methylamine osmolyte which counteracts the effects of urea on enzymes and other macromolecules. ... Chemical name: Ethanaminium, 2-(((2,3-dihydroxypropoxy)hydroxyphosphinyl)oxy)-N,N,N-trimethyl-, inner salt ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycinamide ribonucleotideAn intermediate in purine biosynthesis, in which the amide N of glycineamide is linked to the C-1 of a ribosyl moiety. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycinate1. A salt of glycine. ... 2. Glycine anion. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycine<amino acid, physiology> The simplest amino acid. It is a common residue in proteins, especially collagen and elastin and is not optically active. ... It is also a major inhibitory neurotransmitter in spinal cord and brainstem of vertebrate central nervous system. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
glycine acyltransferase<enzyme> An enzyme catalyzing the reversible transfer of an acyl group from acyl-CoA to glycine, producing free coenzyme A and N-acylglycine; a step in a detoxification pathway. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycine agentsSubstances used for their pharmacological actions on glycinergic systems. Glycinergic agents include agonists, antagonists, degradation or uptake inhibitors, depleters, precursors, and modulators of receptor function. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycine amidinotransferase<enzyme> An enzyme catalyzing the transfer of an amidine group from l-arginine to glycine, forming guanidinoacetate and l-ornithine; an important reaction in creatine synthesis; it can also act on canavanine. ... Synonym: glycine transamidinase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycine betaineSynonym for betaine ... <chemical> A derivative of glycine characterised by high water solubility. Can function as an osmotic agent in plant tissues. ... See: biogenic amines. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
glycine cleavage complexA complex of several proteins that catalyze the reversible reaction of glycine with tetrahydrofolate to produce CO2, NH3, and N5,N10-methylenetetrahydrofolate; a deficiency of this enzyme (or one of its subunits) will result in nonketotic hyperglycinaemia. ... Synonym: glycine synthase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycine dehydrogenaseEnzymes that catalyze the conversion of glycine to glyoxylate and ammonia, using either NAD+ or ferricytochrome c. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycine hydroxymethyltransferase<enzyme> A pyridoxal phosphate enzyme that catalyses the reaction of glycine and 5,10-methylene-tetrahydrofolate to form serine. It also catalyses the reaction of glycine with acetaldehyde to form l-threonine. ... Chemical name: 5,10-Methylenetetrahydrofolate:glycine hydroxymethyltransferase ... Registry number: EC 2.1.2.1 ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycine methyltransferase<enzyme> Liver protein sediments in the 4-s region of sucrose gradients; binds to benzo(a)pyrene and to folate ... Registry number: EC 2.1.1.20 ... Synonym: glycine n-methyltransferase, carcinogen-binding protein, 4s carcinogen-binding protein, 4-s carcinogen-binding protein, 4s polycylic aromatic hydrocarbon-binding protein, 4s pah-binding pro …
glycine receptor<physiology> Chloride channel forming receptor. One of a family of neurotransmitter receptors with fast intrinsic ion channels. ... See: amino acid receptors. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
glycine reductase<enzyme> Glycine is reductively deaminated to acetate and ammonia by a complex requiring a dithiol and synthesizing ATP ... Registry number: EC 1.4.1.- ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
glycine synthaseSynonym for glycine cleavage complex ... A complex of several proteins that catalyze the reversible reaction of glycine with tetrahydrofolate to produce CO2, NH3, and N5,N10-methylenetetrahydrofolate; a deficiency of this enzyme (or one of its subunits) will result in nonketotic hyperglycinaemia. ... Synonym: glycine synthase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycine transamidinaseSynonym for glycine amidinotransferase ... <enzyme> An enzyme catalyzing the transfer of an amidine group from l-arginine to glycine, forming guanidinoacetate and l-ornithine; an important reaction in creatine synthesis; it can also act on canavanine. ... Synonym: glycine transamidinase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycine-rich beta-glycoproteinSynonym for properdin factor b ... <enzyme> A glycine-rich, heat-labile beta-glycoprotein found in blood. It is a proactivator of complement 3 in the alternate pathway of complement activation. Factor b is converted by factor d to c3 convertase. ... Registry number: EC 3.4.21.47 ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycine-rich beta-glycoproteinaseSynonym for properdin factor d ... <enzyme> A serum protein which during the alternate pathway of complement activation converts the inactive properdin factor b to c3 convertase. ... Registry number: EC 3.4.21.46 ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycine-succinate cycleA series of metabolic steps in which glycine is condensed with succinyl-CoA and is then oxidised to CO2 and H2O with regeneration of the succinyl-CoA; important in the synthesis of d-aminolevulinic acid and in the metabolism of red blood cells. ... Synonym: Shemin cycle. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycine-tRNA ligase<enzyme> An enzyme that activates glycine with its specific transfer RNA. ... Chemical name: Glycine:tRNA(Gly) ligase (AMP-forming) ... Registry number: EC 6.1.1.14 ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycininThe chief protein of soybeans. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyciniumGlycine cation. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycinuriaThe excretion of glycine in the urine. ... Origin: Glycine + G. Ouron, urine ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glyco-Combining form denoting relationship to sugars (e.g., glycogen), or to glycine (e.g., glyocholate). ... See: gluco-. ... Origin: G. Glykys, sweet ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycobiarsolOxo(hydrogen N-glycoloylarsanilato)bismuth;a pentavalent arsenical containing bismuth; used in the treatment of milder forms of intestinal amoebiasis or as subsequent therapy. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycobiology<study> The study of sugars and their role in biology. ... (14 Nov 1997) ...
glycocalyx<cell biology> The region, seen by electron microscopy, external to the outer dense line of the plasmalemma that appears to be rich in glycosidic compounds such as proteoglycans and glycoproteins. ... Since these molecules are often Integral membrane proteins and may be denatured by the processes of fixation for electron microscopy, it might b …
glycochenodeoxycholic acid<chemical> N-(3 alpha,7 alpha-dihydroxy-5 beta-cholan-24-oyl)glycine. A bile salt formed in the liver from chenodeoxycholate and glycine, usually as the sodium salt. It acts as a detergent to solubilise fats for absorption and is itself absorbed. It is a cholagogue and choleretic. ... Pharmacological action: cholagogues and choleretics. ... Che …
glycocholate sodiumA normal constituent of bile of man and herbivores; glycocholate sodium from herbivores is purified and used as a choleretic and cholagogue. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycocholic acid<chemical> N-cholylglycine. Bile salt, conjugate of cholate and glycine, usually as the sodium salt. It acts as a detergent to solubilise fats for absorption and is itself absorbed. It is used as a cholagogue and choleretic. ... Pharmacological action: cholagogues and choleretics. ... Chemical name: Glycine, N-((3alpha,5beta,7alpha,12alpha)-3,7 …
glycocoll<physiology> A crystalline, nitrogenous substance, with a sweet taste, formed from hippuric acid by boiling with hydrochloric acid, and present in bile united with cholic acid. It is also formed from gelatin by decomposition with acids. Chemically, it is amido-acetic acid. ... Synonym: glycin, and glycocin. ... Origin: Gr. Glykys sweet + kolla …
glycoconjugatesCarbohydrates covalently linked to a nonsugar moiety (lipids or proteins). The major glycoconjugates are glycoproteins, glycopeptides, peptidoglycans, glycolipids, and lipopolysaccharides. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycocorticoidSynonym for glucocorticoid ... <pharmacology> Corticosteroid substances (drugs or hormones) that are involved in carbohydrate metabolism by promoting gluconeogenesis and the formation of glycogen at the expense of lipid and protein synthesis. They are steroid based and possess anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. Glucocorticoids …
glycocyamineHN==C(NH2)NH-CH2COOH; 2-guanidinoacetic acid;formed by the transfer of the amidine group from l-arginine to glycine. ... Synonym: glucocyamine. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycodeoxycholic acid<chemical> N-(3 alpha,12 alpha-dihydroxy-5 beta-cholan-24-oyl)glycine. A bile salt formed in the liver by conjugation of deoxycholate with glycine, usually as the sodium salt. It acts as a detergent to solubilise fats for absorption and is itself absorbed. It is used as a cholagogue and choleretic. ... Pharmacological action: cholagogues and c …
glycogelatinSynonym for glycerinated gelatin ... A preparation made of equal parts of gelatin and glycerin; a firm mass liquefying at gentle heat; it is used as a vehicle for suppositories and urethral bougies. ... Synonym: glycerin jelly, glycerogelatin, glycogelatin. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycogen<biochemistry> Branched polymer of D glucose (mostly _(1-4) linked, but some _(1-6) at branch points). ... Size range very variable, up to 10exp5 glucose units. Major short term storage polymer of animal cells and is particularly abundant in the liver and to a lesser extent in muscle. In the electron microscope glycogen has a characteristic as …
glycogen debranching enzyme system1,4-alpha-d-glucan-1,4-alpha-d-glucan 4-alpha-d-glucosyltransferase/dextrin 6 alpha-d-glucanohydrolase. An enzyme system having both 4-alpha-glucanotransferase (ec 2.4.1.25) and amylo-1,6-glucosidase (ec 3.2.1.33) activities. As a transferase it transfers a segment of a 1,4-alpha-d-glucan to a new 4-position in an acceptor, which may be glucose or …
glycogen granuleGlycogen occurring in cells as beta granule's which average about 300 A° in diameter, or as alpha granule's which are aggregates measuring 900 A° of smaller particles. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
glycogen phosphorylaseSynonym for phosphorylase ... <enzyme> Enzyme that catalyses the sequential removal of glycosyl residues from glycogen to yield one glucose-1-phosphate per reaction. Its activity is controlled by phosphorylation (by phosphorylase kinase). ... (21 Jun 2000) ...
glycogen storage disease<hepatology> A group of inherited metabolic disorders involving the enzymes responsible for the synthesis and degradation of glycogen. In some patients, prominent liver involvement is presented. In others, more generalised storage of glycogen occurs, sometimes with prominent cardiac involvement. ... Synonym: glycogenosis ... (12 Sep 2002) ...
glycogen storage disease type I<disease> An autosomal recessive disease in which gene expression of glucose-6-phosphatase is absent, resulting in hypoglycaemia due to lack of glucose production. ... Accumulation of glycogen in liver and kidney leads to organomegaly, particularly massive hepatomegaly. Increased concentrations of lactic acid and hyperlipidemia appear in the p …
glycogen storage disease type II<disease> Glycogenosis due to alpha-1,4-glucosidase (acid maltase) deficiency. It affects muscle, heart, and other organs. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycogen storage disease type III<disease> An autosomal recessive metabolic disorder due to deficient expression of amylo-1,6-glucosidase (one part of the glycogen debranching enzyme system). ... The clinical course of the disease is similar to that of glycogen storage disease type I, but milder. Massive hepatomegaly, which is present in young children, diminishes and occasio …
glycogen storage disease type V<disease> Glycogenosis due to muscle phosphorylase deficiency. Characterised by painful cramps following sustained exercise. ... Inheritance: autosomal recessive ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycogen storage disease type VI<disease> A hepatic glycogen storage disease in which there is an apparent deficiency of hepatic phosphorylase activity. However, studies have not been able to distinguish between phosphorylase deficiency and phosphorylase kinase deficiency in patients with hepatic glycogenosis. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycogen storage disease type VII<disease> An autosomal recessive muscle glycogen storage disease in which there is deficient expression of muscle phosphofructokinase activity, resulting in increased concentrations of glucose-6-phosphate and fructose-6-phosphate and low concentrations of fructose-1,6-diphosphate in muscle tissue. ... Glycogen storage in muscle is increased, p …
glycogen storage disease type VIII<disease> An x-linked recessive hepatic glycogen storage disease resulting from lack of expression of phosphorylase-b-kinase activity. Symptoms are relatively mild; hepatomegaly, increased liver glycogen, and decreased leukocyte phosphorylase are present. Liver shrinkage occurs in response to glucagon. ... Inheritance: X-linked recessive ... (1 …
glycogen synthase<enzyme> An enzyme of the transferase class that catalyses the reaction of udpglucose and (1,4-alpha-d-glucosyl)n to yield udp and 1,4-alpha-d-glucosyl)n+1. The reaction is highly regulated by allosteric effectors, by phosphorylation reactions, and by insulin. ... Chemical name: UDPglucose:glycogen 4-alpha-D-glucosyltransferase ... Registry num …
glycogen synthase-d phosphatase<enzyme> An enzyme that catalyses the conversion of phosphorylated, inactive glycogen synthase d to active dephosphoglycogen synthase I. ... Chemical name: (UDPglucose:glycogen 4-alpha-D-glucosyltransferase-D) phosphohydrolase ... Registry number: EC 3.1.3.42 ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
glycogen synthetase<enzyme> An enzyme which makes amylose out of glucose molecules (a type of sugar) and attaches them to glycogen (a type of polysaccharide). ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
