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IPR050832

Bacterial Acetyltransferase
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Short nameBact_Acetyltransf
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Overlapping
homologous
superfamilies
 

Description

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The acetyltransferase family encompasses enzymes that catalyze the transfer of acetyl groups from acetyl-CoA to various substrates, conferring specific functions such as antibiotic resistance or metabolic regulation. Members of this family are involved in resistance mechanisms against aminoglycoside antibiotics by acetylating the 6'-amino group of the molecules, thus inactivating the drugs. Other family members acetylate mycothiol, a compound that acts as an antioxidant in certain bacteria, or are involved in the biosynthesis of bacterial cell components such as the enterobacterial common antigen. Some enzymes within this family also participate in phytohormone production or detoxification processes. The diversity of substrates and reactions highlights the family's role in bacterial survival and adaptation.

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