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Definition of Luciferases
1. luciferase [n] - See also: luciferase
Medical Definition of Luciferases
1. Enzymes present in certain luminous organisms that act to bring about the oxidation of luciferins; energy produced in the process is liberated as bioluminescence; such enzymes can be used to detect very low concentrations of metabolites. Origin: L. Lux, light + fero, to bear (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Luciferases
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