Which Enzymes Require Iron for Their Functioning?
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Approximately 70% of the body's total iron is bound to hemoglobin in red blood cells, but the remaining iron plays crucial roles as a cofactor for many enzymes. Numerous enzymes across various metabolic pathways depend on iron for their structure and catalytic activity, making iron an essential mineral beyond its well-known role in oxygen transport. Iron-dependent enzymes are vital for processes ranging from energy production to DNA synthesis and detoxification.
