Carbonic Anhydrases

**Definition:** A family of zinc-containing enzymes that catalyze the reversible hydration of carbon dioxide. They play an important role in the transport of CARBON DIOXIDE from the tissues to the LUNG. EC 4.2.1.1.

**Tree numbers:** - D08.811.520.241.300.150

**Synonyms:** - Carbonic Anhydrase - Carbonate Dehydratase