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D-amino acid oxidase (DAAO)

Target
DAAO
Molecular classification
Enzyme, Flavoenzyme, Oxidoreductase
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Overview

D-Amino acid oxidase (DAAO) is a flavoenzyme that catalyzes the oxidative deamination of D-amino acids into their corresponding α-keto acids, ammonia, and hydrogen peroxide. It plays a crucial role in regulating D-serine levels in the brain, which modulates NMDA receptor activity. Dysregulation of DAAO has been implicated in neurological disorders like schizophrenia, making it a potential therapeutic target.

Other names
D-amino acid oxidaseD-AAOD-amino acid oxygen oxidoreductase
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Mechanism of action

Inhibition of DAAO leading to increased D-serine levels at NMDA receptors.

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Biological functions

D-amino acid catabolismD-serine regulationNMDA receptor modulationDetoxification
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Disease associations

Neurological disordersSchizophrenia
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Safety considerations

Potential for disrupting amino acid balanceEffects on NMDA receptor function need careful monitoring

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