CA2
Description
The CA2 gene encodes the enzyme carbonic anhydrase II (CA II), a ubiquitous zinc metalloenzyme that plays a critical role in various physiological processes. CA II catalyzes the reversible hydration of carbon dioxide to bicarbonate, a crucial reaction involved in maintaining acid-base balance, respiration, and electrolyte transport. Its activity is essential for numerous functions, including blood pH regulation, bone resorption, and neuronal activity.
Associated Diseases
Did you know?
CA II is one of the fastest enzymes known, with a catalytic rate constant of up to 10^6 s^-1.
