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Superoxide dismutase

Synonym(s)

  • erythrocuprein
  • hemocuprein
  • SOD
  • superoxide:superoxide oxidoreductase

Definition(s)

A metal-containing antioxidant enzyme that reduces potentially harmful free radicals of oxygen formed during normal metabolic cell processes to oxygen and hydrogen peroxide -- abbreviation SOD.

Definition from: Merriam-Webster's Medical DictionaryThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. by Merriam-Webster Inc.

See also Understanding Medical Terminology.

 
Published: May 20, 2013