allosterically

/ˌæləˈstɛrɪkli/
adverb
  1. In a manner that involves a change in protein shape or activity due to binding at a site other than the active site.
    • The enzyme is regulated allosterically by a feedback mechanism.
    • This inhibitor acts allosterically, not by competing with the substrate.
    • The molecule binds allosterically to the receptor, altering its function.
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