Primary Identifier | IPR029595 | Type | Family |
Short Name | DUOX1/Duox |
description | This entry includes dual oxidase 1 (DUOX1) from mammals and Duox from fruit flies. DUOX1 and DUOX2 are isoenzymes that belong to the family of NADPH oxidases (Nox) []. They function as calcium-dependent NADPH oxidases producing hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) necessary for thyroid hormone biosynthesis []. Duox is found indispensable for gut antimicrobial activities in fruit flies []. |