OBO ID: GO:0048269
Term Name: methionine adenosyltransferase complex Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • MAT complex
Definition: A multimeric enzyme complex composed of variable numbers of catalytic alpha subunits, and noncatalytic beta subunits. The beta subunits are believed to have a regulatory function. The enzyme complex catalyzes the synthesis of S-adenosylmethionine (AdoMet), which is the major methyl group donor, participating in the methylation of proteins, DNA, RNA, phospholipids, and other small molecules. (2)
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