Abstract
Background: The TP0796 lipoprotein of Treponema pallidum belongs to the poorly characterized ApbE superfamily. Results: TP0796 hydrolyzed FAD into FMN and AMP, consistent with the general enzymatic mechanism of an FAD pyrophosphatase. Conclusion: This novel metal-dependent enzyme probably plays an essential role in flavin homeostasis in T. pallidum. Significance: This is the first description of a metal-dependent FAD pyrophosphatase in bacteria.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 11106-11121 |
Number of pages | 16 |
Journal | Journal of Biological Chemistry |
Volume | 288 |
Issue number | 16 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 19 2013 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Cell Biology