Methyltransferase

usgb/ˌmɛθ.əlˌtræns.fəˈteɪs/
noun

Methyltransferase is an enzyme that transfers a methyl group from one compound to another, affecting biological functions.

The methyltransferase plays a key role in DNA methylation, which is important for gene expression.
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  • catalytic activity
  • enzyme function

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DNA methyltransferase, histone methyltransferase, S-adenosylmethionine

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Biochemical Role

Methyltransferases are key in biochemical processes

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The methyltransferase modifies DNA.\nEnzymatic Involvement
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