Phospholipase Written by NCI Thesaurus v.07.09d   

Definition of Phospholipase Enzymes that catalyze the cleavage of a phospholipid molecule by the addition of water, thereby causing hydrolysis. The classification is based on the specificity of the bond cleaved. Hydrolytic activity initiates signaling cascades in the cell. Phospholipase is from the group Esterase Other Names for Phospholipase Phospholipase Lecithinase Source NCI Thesaurus License

 

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