Biopolymers and cell. 1992. Volume 8. № 6. 3 - 25

MIROSHNICHENKO O. S.

Biogenesis, Physiological Role, and Properties of Catalase

Summary

    In the present review the data concerning intracellular localization of catalases isolated from different sources are considered; the presence of isoenzymes, advantages and possible reasones of their formation are also discussed. Peculiarities of the enzyme biogenesis and transport are taken into account. Mo¬reover, the factors affecting the cellular catalase activity are examined. Quite a number of data concerning physicochemical and catalytic properties of the enzyme and intracellular processes in which the catalase plays a significant role, are summarized. Examples of the atypical catalases intermediate between catalases and peroxiida-ses are presented. The possibilities of catalase application in medicine and food industry are reviewed.