Sterol esterase

Definition:

EC Tree > 3 Hydrolases > 3.1 Acting on ester bonds > 3.1.1 Carboxylic-ester hydrolases > 3.1.1.13 sterol esterase
Sterol esterase is the broad bile-salt-activated sterol-lipid hydrolase. It hydrolyzes sterol long-chain esters with water, releasing sterol and fatty acid, and can also re-esterify sterols. Expected in Eukaryota and Bacteria.

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