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spermidine and methylthioadenosine biosynthesis

Proteins (2)

ProteinSynonymsTaxonomy
S-adenosylmethionine decarboxylase proenzymeAdoMetDC; SAMDC; EC 4.1.1.50Saccharomyces cerevisiae S288C
Spermidine synthaseSPDSY; EC 2.5.1.16; Putrescine aminopropyltransferaseSaccharomyces cerevisiae S288C

Compounds (7)

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.
brocresineA histidine decarboxylase inhibitor.
5'-methylthioadenosinestructure
carbamylhydrazineRN given refers to parent cpd
SpermidineA polyamine formed from putrescine. It is found in almost all tissues in association with nucleic acids. It is found as a cation at all pH values, and is thought to help stabilize some membranes and nucleic acid structures. It is a precursor of spermine.
s-adenosylmethioninePhysiologic methyl radical donor involved in enzymatic transmethylation reactions and present in all living organisms. It possesses anti-inflammatory activity and has been used in treatment of chronic liver disease. (From Merck, 11th ed)