catalase

catalase /cat·a·lase/ (kat´ah-las) a hemoprotein enzyme that catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen, protecting cells. It is found in almost all animal cells except certain anaerobic bacteria; genetic deficiency of the enzyme results in acatalasia.catalat´ic

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cat·a·lase (ktl-s, -z)

n.

An enzyme found in most living cells that catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen.

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catalase (kaˑ·t·las),

n an enzyme that breaks down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen.

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catalase

a heme-containing enzyme that specifically catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide and is found in almost all cells except certain anaerobic bacteria. The reaction can be used as a test in the identification of bacteria.