histidine decarboxylase activity [GO_0004398]

Catalysis of the reaction: L-histidine = histamine + CO2.

histidine decarboxylase activity

ID: GO_0004398

Class

Catalysis of the reaction: L-histidine = histamine + CO2.

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Classification

Alternative Names

Synonym Scope Reference
L-histidine decarboxylase activity related synonym 4.1.1.22
L-histidine carboxy-lyase activity related synonym 4.1.1.22
L-histidine carboxy-lyase (histamine-forming) related synonym 4.1.1.22

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