[Transaminase activity of the normal human crystalline lens and of the cataractous lens].
1959
F PONTE, and
L PANDOLFO
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D007908
Lens, Crystalline
A transparent, biconvex structure of the EYE, enclosed in a capsule and situated behind the IRIS and in front of the vitreous humor (VITREOUS BODY). It is slightly overlapped at its margin by the ciliary processes. Adaptation by the CILIARY BODY is crucial for OCULAR ACCOMMODATION.
Eye Lens,Lens, Eye,Crystalline Lens
D007909
Lenses
Pieces of glass or other transparent materials used for magnification or increased visual acuity.
D002386
Cataract
Partial or complete opacity on or in the lens or capsule of one or both eyes, impairing vision or causing blindness. The many kinds of cataract are classified by their morphology (size, shape, location) or etiology (cause and time of occurrence). (Dorland, 27th ed)
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000637
Transaminases
A subclass of enzymes of the transferase class that catalyze the transfer of an amino group from a donor (generally an amino acid) to an acceptor (generally a 2-keto acid). Most of these enzymes are pyridoxyl phosphate proteins. (Dorland, 28th ed) EC 2.6.1.