6-Phosphogluconate dehydrogenase
Enzyme involved in the pentose phosphate pathway
6-Phosphogluconate dehydrogenase is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the pentose phosphate pathway, a metabolic pathway parallel to glycolysis. This enzyme catalyzes the oxidative decarboxylation of 6-phosphogluconate to ribulose 5-phosphate, producing NADPH in the process.
Structure[edit | edit source]
6-Phosphogluconate dehydrogenase is a dimeric enzyme, meaning it consists of two subunits. Each subunit contains a binding site for the substrate, 6-phosphogluconate, and a binding site for the cofactor NADP+. The enzyme's structure allows it to facilitate the transfer of electrons from 6-phosphogluconate to NADP+, reducing it to NADPH.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase is to catalyze the conversion of 6-phosphogluconate into ribulose 5-phosphate. This reaction is an important step in the oxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway, which is essential for the production of NADPH and ribose 5-phosphate. NADPH is a critical reducing agent used in various biosynthetic reactions, including fatty acid synthesis and the maintenance of glutathione in its reduced form.
Mechanism[edit | edit source]
The enzyme operates through an oxidative decarboxylation mechanism. Initially, 6-phosphogluconate binds to the active site of the enzyme. The enzyme then facilitates the transfer of a hydride ion from the substrate to NADP+, forming NADPH. This is followed by the decarboxylation of the substrate, releasing carbon dioxide and forming ribulose 5-phosphate.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
Deficiencies in 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase can lead to disruptions in the pentose phosphate pathway, affecting the production of NADPH. This can have downstream effects on cellular processes that rely on NADPH, such as the detoxification of reactive oxygen species. However, such deficiencies are rare compared to other enzyme deficiencies in the pathway, such as glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.
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Structure of 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase
Crystal structure of the enzyme
Structure of 6-Phosphogluconate dehydrogenase
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