(ap″o-en´zīm) the protein component of an enzyme that requires the presence of the prosthetic group (coenzyme) to form the functioning enzyme. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
(apo) Type: Term Pronunciation: ap′ō-en′zīm Definitions: 1. The protein portion of an enzyme as contrasted with the nonprotein portion, coenzyme, or prosthetic portion (if present in the intact protein). Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=5527