Term Name:	siderophore metabolic process
Synonyms:	siderochrome metabolic process, siderochrome metabolism, siderophore metabolism
Definition:	The chemical reactions and pathways involving siderophores, low molecular weight Fe(III)-chelating substances made by aerobic or facultatively anaerobic bacteria, especially when growing under iron deficient conditions. The complexes of Fe(3+)-siderophores have very high stability constants and are taken up by specific transport systems by microorganisms; the subsequent release of iron requires enzymatic action.
Ontology:	GO: Biological Process [GO:0009237]    QuickGO    AmiGO