phosphodiesterases

[US]/ˌfɒsfəʊdaɪˈɛstəreɪz/
[UK]/ˌfɑsfoʊˈdaɪəstərˌeɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of phosphodiester bonds in nucleic acids

Phrases & Collocations

phosphodiesterase inhibitor

phosphodiesterase activity

phosphodiesterase type

phosphodiesterase enzyme

phosphodiesterase assay

phosphodiesterase gene

phosphodiesterase signaling

phosphodiesterase regulation

phosphodiesterase role

phosphodiesterase function

Example Sentences

the enzyme phosphodiesterase breaks down camp.

inhibitors of phosphodiesterase are used in treating erectile dysfunction.

phosphodiesterase plays a crucial role in cellular signaling.

research on phosphodiesterase is advancing rapidly.

phosphodiesterase activity can be measured in various tissues.

some antidepressants target phosphodiesterase enzymes.

phosphodiesterase inhibitors may improve heart function.

understanding phosphodiesterase can lead to better therapies.

phosphodiesterase is involved in the breakdown of signaling molecules.

new drugs targeting phosphodiesterase are being developed.

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