What is Lipoxygenase 2?
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An enzyme of the oxidoreductase class that catalyzes reactions between linoleate and other fatty acids and oxygen to form hydroperoxy-fatty acid derivatives. Related enzymes in this class include the ARACHIDONATE LIPOXYGENASES; ARACHIDONATE 5-LIPOXYGENASE; ARACHIDONATE 12-LIPOXYGENASE; and ARACHIDONATE 15-LIPOXYGENASE. EC 1.13.11.12.