Sterol O-Acyltransferase

**Definition:** An enzyme that catalyzes the formation of cholesterol esters by the direct transfer of the fatty acid group from a fatty acyl CoA derivative. This enzyme has been found in the adrenal gland, gonads, liver, intestinal mucosa, and aorta of many mammalian species. EC 2.3.1.26.

**Tree numbers:** - D08.811.913.050.799

**Synonyms:** - Cholesterol Esterifying Enzyme - Cholesterol Acyltransferase - Acyl-CoA-Cholesterol Acyltransferase