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Peroxiredoxin III
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Definition
: A THIOREDOXIN-dependent hydroperoxidase that is localized in the mitochondrial matrix. The enzyme plays a crucial role in protecting mitochondrial components from elevated levels of HYDROGEN PEROXIDE.
Other names
Thioredoxin Dependent Peroxide Reductase, Mitochon; Mitochondrial Thioredoxin Dependent Antioxidant Pr; Thioredoxin-
Dependent Peroxide Reductase, Mitochon; Peroxiredoxin 3; PRDX3 Peroxidase; Mitochondrial Thioredoxin-
Dependent Antioxidant Pr
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Prdx3 protein, mouse
0
*Peroxiredoxin III.
PRDX3 protein, human
EC 1.11.1.15
*Peroxiredoxin III.