Glossary

Carbonic anhydrase

Carbonic anhydrase

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Carbonic anhydrase is an enzyme that helps the body handle carbon dioxide and regulate the acid-base balance. It is found in red blood cells and in the kidney, among other places. Certain medicines specifically inhibit this enzyme.

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