aspf3
Function
Thiol-specific peroxidase that catalyzes the reduction of hydrogen peroxide and organic hydroperoxides to water and alcohols, respectively. Plays a role in cell protection against oxidative stress by detoxifying peroxides and as sensor of hydrogen peroxide-mediated signaling events. Required for virulence.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the peroxiredoxin family. Prx5 subfamily.
Alternative names
AFUA_6G02280, aspf3, Peroxiredoxin Asp f3, Prx, Thioredoxin peroxidase, Thioredoxin-dependent peroxiredoxin, TPx