H. pylori Proteome 2-D Gel Database

Protein name: UreB, urease beta subunit
Gene name: ureB
H. pylori number:
Molecular weight: 61,684
pI: 5.64


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Urease converts urea into ammonia and carbon dioxide.  The production of ammonia contributes to neutralization of acid in the surrounding medium.  Urease activity helps H. pylori survive in the acidic stomach of humans.