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    J Biol Chem. 2000 Aug 11;275(32):24798-806.

    Identification, characterization, and crystal structure of the Omega class glutathione transferases.

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    Molecular Genetics Group and Human Genetics Group, John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia.

    Abstract

    A new class of glutathione transferases has been discovered by analysis of the expressed sequence tag data base and sequence alignment. Glutathione S-transferases (GSTs) of the new class, named Omega, exist in several mammalian species and Caenorhabditis elegans. In humans, GSTO 1-1 is expressed in most tissues and exhibits glutathione-dependent thiol transferase and dehydroascorbate reductase activities characteristic of the glutaredoxins. The structure of GSTO 1-1 has been determined at 2.0-A resolution and has a characteristic GST fold (Protein Data Bank entry code ). The Omega class GSTs exhibit an unusual N-terminal extension that abuts the C terminus to form a novel structural unit. Unlike other mammalian GSTs, GSTO 1-1 appears to have an active site cysteine that can form a disulfide bond with glutathione.

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    10783391
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