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Lysine Degradation I

Proteins (3)

ProteinSynonymsTaxonomy
Inducible lysine decarboxylaseLDCI; EC 4.1.1.18Escherichia coli K-12
Constitutive lysine decarboxylaseLDCC; EC 4.1.1.18Escherichia coli K-12
Probable cadaverine/lysine antiporterEscherichia coli K-12

Compounds (4)

CompoundDescription
hydronium ion
Carbon DioxideA colorless, odorless gas that can be formed by the body and is necessary for the respiration cycle of plants and animals.
lysineAn essential amino acid. It is often added to animal feed.
cadaverineA foul-smelling diamine formed by bacterial decarboxylation of lysine.