HealthAugust 15, 2026

biotinidase

bai-AH-tih-nih-days

Definition

An enzyme responsible for recycling the vitamin biotin in the body; a deficiency in this enzyme can lead to serious metabolic issues in newborns.

Etymology

The word is formed from the chemical name 'biotin' combined with the suffix '-ase,' which is used in biochemistry to denote an enzyme that acts upon a specific substance.

In the news

Biotinidase is listed as one of the 19 genetic diseases targeted by the national health initiative for early screening, as its deficiency requires early detection and treatment.

'100M Healthy Lives' Initiative: 792K newborns screened for genetic diseases

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Egypt Today

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