SOD catalyzes the dismutation of superoxide into oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. Superoxide is produced as a by-product of oxygen metabolism. SOD is essential for protecting cells exposed to oxygen. The enzyme has the highest catalytic efficiency among known enzymes
Most common enzyme deficiency affecting 400 million worldwide. X-linked recessive disorder primarily affecting males. More than 300 variants exist, with Mediterranean variant being most severe. Geographic prevalence correlates with malaria distribution
Colorless liquid belonging to β-dicarbonyls class. Mainly exists as enol hydroxyacrolein. Can be generated in situ from 1,1,3,3-tetramethoxypropane acetal
Ginsenosides are steroid glycosides found exclusively in Panax genus plants. Named based on TLC retention factor, with '0' being most polar. Can be isolated from roots, stems, and leaves of ginseng plants
Free radicals are unstable molecules with unpaired electrons. They constantly seek stability by binding with other atoms. They have a lifespan of only a fraction of a second
G6PD deficiency is an X-linked enzyme defect affecting RBC metabolism. Most common in African Americans, affecting >10% of African American males. Occurs in lower frequencies in Mediterranean and Asian populations