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11 years ago
Are certain amino acids a precursor to this enzyme? If not, please explain to me to the best of your ability how our bodies produce/synthesize alc dehydrogenase.
Is it possible to adjust one's diet to ensure the liver is producing enzymes to the best of its ability?
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11 years ago
You may think of it as a process of protein synthesis.
There are genes coding for different isozymes of alcohol dehydrogenase, what u need is:
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Post-translational modification

And yes, amino acids are precursors for protein synthesis.
Or do you want to know about the exact locations of the genes, the conformation, or wtever Slight Smile ?
Hope i've helped. Good luck~
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