glucose oxidase

Glucose oxidase is an enzyme that interacts specifically with glucose, a type of sugar. It catalyzes a reaction where glucose is converted into gluconic acid and hydrogen peroxide. This process is useful in various applications, such as blood glucose testing for diabetics, where the enzyme helps accurately measure sugar levels in the blood. In nature, glucose oxidase is produced by certain fungi and microbes. Its ability to detect and react with glucose makes it valuable in medical diagnostics, food preservation, and biotechnology industries.