nucleoside triphosphatase

[noo-KLEE-uh-side TRY-fos-fuh-tase]
nounpl: nucleoside triphosphatases
nucleosídeo trifosfatase
1. An enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of nucleoside triphosphates (such as ATP, GTP, CTP, or UTP) to their corresponding nucleoside diphosphates or monophosphates, releasing inorganic phosphate
Nucleoside triphosphatase activity is essential for regulating cellular energy metabolism and nucleotide homeostasis.
A atividade de nucleosídeo trifosfatase é essencial para regular o metabolismo energético celular e a homeostase de nucleotídeos.
2. Any enzyme belonging to the EC 3.6.1 classification group that hydrolyzes bonds in nucleoside triphosphates
The researchers studied how nucleoside triphosphatase influences protein synthesis in the cell.
Os pesquisadores estudaram como a nucleosídeo trifosfatase influencia a síntese de proteínas na célula.
This is highly specialized scientific terminology used in biochemistry, molecular biology, and medical research contexts. It is not subject to regional slang variations and maintains consistent usage across Brazil, Portugal, and international scientific communities. The term is primarily found in academic publications, laboratory settings, and advanced educational materials.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
NTPasenucleotide triphosphatasetriphosphataseATPase (in specific contexts)

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
nucleosídeo trifosfatase
Standard scientific terminology used in Brazilian universities and research institutions
Portugal
nucleosídeo trifosfatase
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese; standard biochemistry term across Portuguese-speaking countries
International Scientific Community
nucleoside triphosphatase / NTPase
Often abbreviated as NTPase in technical literature regardless of language context

Related Words

adenosine triphosphate (ATP)guanosine triphosphate (GTP)nucleotide metabolismphosphohydrolaseenzyme kineticshydrolysisnucleoside diphosphateinorganic phosphate
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