coenzyme

American  

[koh-en-zahym] / koʊˈɛn zaɪm /

noun

Biochemistry.

1. a molecule that provides the transfer site for biochemical reactions catalyzed by an enzyme.

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coenzyme British  

/ kəʊˈɛnzaɪm /

noun

1. biochem a nonprotein organic molecule that forms a complex with certain enzymes and is essential for their activity See also apoenzyme

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coenzyme Scientific  

/ kō-ĕn′zīm′ /

1. A nonprotein organic substance that usually contains a vitamin or mineral and combines with a specific protein, called an apoenzyme, to form an active enzyme system.

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Other Word Forms

• coenzymatic adjective
• coenzymatically adverb

Etymology

Origin of coenzyme

1905–10; < German Ko-enzym; co-, enzyme

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Example Sentences

Small randomized trials suggest that high doses of vitamins C and D, coenzyme Q10, magnesium, and creatine-glucose blends can improve cellular energy production and blood vessel function.

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The mice showed higher levels of coenzyme NAD+, lower levels of ROS, and reduced levels of the cellular aging marker β-galactosidase.

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These included the amino acids cysteine and taurine, along with coenzyme M, which plays a key role in metabolism.

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My understanding is that European doctors often prescribe coenzyme Q10 along with statins.

From Seattle Times

Once taken into cells, it is converted into a molecule called coenzyme A, which can then be used in lots of metabolic pathways.

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