1. Plural of glucuronidase; enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of glucuronide compounds, breaking them down into glucuronic acid and other products.
Usage: technical; biochemistry; plural form

Examples

• Glucuronidases are important enzymes in the liver that help break down and eliminate certain drugs and toxins from the body.
• The activity of glucuronidases can vary significantly between individuals, affecting how quickly medications are metabolized.
• Bacterial glucuronidases in the gut microbiome play a role in the deconjugation of estrogen metabolites.
• Researchers measured glucuronidase levels in tissue samples to assess enzyme function.
• Some foods contain compounds that inhibit glucuronidases, potentially affecting drug metabolism.