Anthranilate Synthase
MESHD000878
An enzyme that catalyzes the formation of anthranilate (o-aminobenzoate) and pyruvic acid from chorismate and glutamine. Anthranilate is the biosynthetic precursor of tryptophan and numerous secondary metabolites, including inducible plant defense compounds. EC 4.1.3.27.
Synonyms
- Synthase, Anthranilate
- Anthranilate Synthetase
- Synthetase, Anthranilate
- Anthranilate Synthase Component I
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