LUCIFERASE
\lˈuːsɪfəɹˌe͡ɪz], \lˈuːsɪfəɹˌeɪz], \l_ˈuː_s_ɪ_f_ə_ɹ_ˌeɪ_z]\
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Any one of several enzymes that catalyze the bioluminescent reaction in certain marine crustaceans, fish, bacteria, and insects. The enzyme is a flavoprotein; it oxidizes LUCIFERINS to an electronically excited compound that emits energy in the form of light. The color of light emitted varies with the organism. The firefly enzyme is a valuable reagent for measurement of ATP concentration. (Dorland, 27th ed) EC 1.13.12.-.
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By Henderson, I. F.; Henderson, W. D.
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