BL-Lipoxidase

Lipoxygenases (LOXs) are enzymes that catalyze the oxidation of polyunsaturated fatty acids to produce a variety of bioactive products. Lip oxidase (LO), the most common type of LOX, is found in plants, animals, and microorganisms.

LO catalyzes the oxidation of unsaturated fatty acids to form hydroperoxides, which can then be converted into a wide range of biologically active compounds such as leukotrienes, lipoxins, and oxylipins. These compounds play a role in a variety of physiological processes, such as inflammation, immune response, and cell growth and differentiation.

LO is involved in a variety of processes in plants, including wound healing and pathogen defense. When plant tissue is damaged, LO catalyzes the oxidation of polyunsaturated fatty acids, resulting in the formation of volatile organic compounds that attract pathogen-causing predators.

LO is involved in inflammation and immune response in animals. Leukotrienes, for example, are involved in the inflammatory response seen in asthma and other allergic reactions. Furthermore, LO plays a role in the differentiation of white blood cells, which are essential for immune response.