Catalase functions

In blood or tissues, this reaction is catalyzed by an enzyme called catalase (Figure 11.13). When 3% hydrogen peroxide is used to treat a fresh cut or wound, oxygen gas is given off rapidly. The function of catalase in the body is to prevent the build-up of hydrogen peroxide, a powerful oxidizing agent. 

Normally, these reactive species are destroyed by protective enzymes, such as superoxide dismutase in mitochondria and cytosol and catalase in peroxisomes, but if a tissue has been anoxic the respiratory chain is very reduced and reoxygenation allows dangerous amounts to be formed. Muscle also contains significant quantities of the dipeptide, camosine ((J-alanylhistidine) (10—25 mM). The functions of camosine are obscure although it has been suggested to be an effective antioxidant (Pavlov et al., 1993). 

Shear rate x exposure time Fig. 29. Activity of catalase as a function of shear rate x time [42]... 

Under most conditions in vivo, the peroxidase activity of catalase seems to be favored. Catalase is found in blood, bone marrow, mucous membranes, kidney, and fiver. Its function is assumed to be the destruction of hydrogen peroxide formed by the action of oxidases. 

Przyklenk, K. and Kloner, R.A. (1986). Superoxide dismutase plus catalase improve contractile function in the canine model of the stunned myocardium. Circ. Res. 58, 148-156. 

Garlic s proven mechanisms of action include (a) inhibition of platelet function, (b) increased levels of two antioxidant enzymes, catalase and glutathione peroxidase, and (c) inhibition of thiol enzymes such as coenzyme A and HMG coenzyme A reductase. Garlic s anti-hyperlipidemic effects are believed to be in part due to the HMG coenzyme A reductase inhibition since prescription medications for hyperlipidemia have that mechanism of action (statins). It is unknown whether garlic would have the same drug interactions, side effects, and need for precautions as the statins. 

Fig. 7.n SEM images of the 3D macroporous functionalized macroporous zeolitic membrane zeolitic membrane used as a support for enzyme bioreactor was prepared via the LbL electrostatic immobilization by the LbL procedure. Images assembly of PEs and enzyme (catalase) on the 3D (A-D) are cross-sections of the membrane at macroporous membrane. (Reprinted from [59] different magnifications. A biomacromolecule- with permission of Wiley-VCH). 

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