cyclase

American

[sahy-kleys, -kleyz] / ˈsaɪ kleɪs, -kleɪz /

noun

Biochemistry.

an enzyme, as adenyl cyclase, that catalyzes the formation of a cyclic compound.

Etymology

Origin of cyclase

First recorded in 1940–45; cycl(ic) + -ase

Example Sentences

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One conserved characteristic is a viral sensing mechanism that relies on a specialized enzyme known as a cyclase.

From Science Daily • Nov. 15, 2023

Instead, the "sperm-swim" switch they are targeting is a cellular signalling protein called soluble adenylyl cyclase or sAC.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2023

The binding of a hormone at a single receptor causes the activation of many G-proteins, which activates adenylyl cyclase.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Riociguat, a soluble guanylate cyclase stimulator under development by Bayer, is thought to have vasodilating, antiproliferative and antifibrotic effects.

From Forbes • Jul. 24, 2013

Which What is the secondary messenger made by adenylyl cyclase hormone produced by the adrenal glands is responsible for during the activation of liver cells by epinephrine? mobilization of energy stores?

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

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