- Source: Phospholipase A2 group IVD
Phospholipase A2 group IVD is a protein that in humans is encoded by the PLA2G4D gene.
Function
The phospholipase A2 enzyme family, including PLA2G4D, catalyze the hydrolysis of glycerophospholipids at the sn-2 position and then liberate free fatty acids and lysophospholipids.
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