cytochrome c reductase

Cytochrome c reductase is an enzyme involved in cellular energy production within mitochondria, the cell's power plants. It facilitates a key step in the electron transport chain by transferring electrons from another protein, NADH, to cytochrome c. This transfer helps generate a proton gradient, which is used to produce ATP—the energy currency of the cell. Essentially, cytochrome c reductase plays a crucial role in converting nutrients into usable energy, supporting various cell functions and overall health.