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What happens in the allosteric site?

Posted April 4, 2024

Antibodies and Proteomics Bioconjugation Cellular Processes Enzymes Physiological Probes Protein

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When an effector binds to the allosteric site on an enzyme, it may block or alter the structure of the active site such that enzyme activity may be increased or decreased, impacting the efficiency of the reaction.

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