Allozyme
Definition
An allelic enzyme variant, distinct from the broader category of isoenzymes. Allozymes are enzyme variants associated with alternative alleles at a locus. Appropriate analytical methods may distinguish their forms. They should not be confused with every isoenzyme or with a unique individual identifier.
- Context
- Biochemical genetics
For example, two allelic forms of an enzyme may be distinguishable under an appropriate assay without providing the discrimination of a full genetic profile.
Discrimination depends on the tested system and reference information.
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