Glucose oxidase

Also known as GOD. This enzyme is widely used in making biosensors to detect the glucose levels in blood or serum.  It is a flavoprotein, which catalyses the oxidation of glucose.

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Functional properties:

• pH: 5.5

• Temperature: 37-45°C

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Prime industrial use:

•  Manufacturing of biosensors for glucose diagnostic

•   Food preservation additives

•   Production of reduced alcohol wine

•  Production of H2O2 for textile bleaching