Essential Biochemistry - Free Radicals And Antioxidants (Section 1 - No. 22)
What is the role of myloperoxidase (MPO) in the respiratory burst?
Converts hydrogen peroxide to superoxide
Converts hydrogen peroxide plus chloride ions into hypochlorous acid
Converts superoxide dismutase into hydrogen peroxide
Converts hypochlorous acid to chloride ions
Explanation
Myloperoxidase converts hydrogen peroxide plus chloride ions into hypochlorous acid.
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