Transferase

: Transfer phosphate groups (typically from ATP) to substrates, a process essential for cell signaling and metabolic regulation. Aminotransferases (EC 2.6) : Transfer amino groups ( −NH2negative cap N cap H sub 2

: Transfer sugar moieties to form glycosidic bonds, which are essential for synthesizing blood group antigens and modifying drug stability. transferase

: Transfer acyl groups, vital for fatty acid metabolism and the synthesis of structured lipids. Biological Roles : Transfer phosphate groups (typically from ATP) to

A transferase is an enzyme that catalyzes the transfer of a specific functional group (such as a methyl or phosphate group) from a donor molecule to an acceptor molecule. These enzymes are vital for metabolic pathways, including the synthesis and degradation of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Core Mechanism and Classification Biological Roles A transferase is an enzyme that

) between an amino acid and a keto acid, playing a key role in amino acid metabolism. : Transfer methyl groups ( −CH3negative cap C cap H sub 3