The Possible Role of Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase in the SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) is the second rate-limiting enzyme of the pentose phosphate pathway. This enzyme is present in the cytoplasm of all mammalian cells, and its activity is essential for an adequate functioning of the antioxidant system and for the response of innate immunity. I...
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MDPI AG
2022-06-01
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Series: | Cells |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/11/13/1982 |