Phosphatase
Pronunciation: /ˈpieɪtʃˈɑsˈpiˈhɑtəˈseɪ/
Phosphatase (noun)
- A type of enzyme that removes phosphate groups from other molecules, helping control chemical reactions in cells.
- A name used for enzymes measured in blood tests to help doctors check conditions affecting the liver, bones, or bile ducts.
Examples
- The phosphatase enzyme removes phosphate from the molecule.
- This phosphatase enzyme removes phosphate during the reaction.