hydroxylase

/haɪˈdrɑksəleɪs/
noun
  1. An enzyme that adds a hydroxyl group to a molecule, often involved in biological processes like metabolism or detoxification.
    • Scientists studied the role of hydroxylase in vitamin D production.
    • A deficiency in certain hydroxylases can lead to metabolic disorders.
    • The liver contains hydroxylase enzymes that help break down drugs.