Cytochrome P450 (CYP450 ... H are delivered to the catalytic site. Class I proteins require FAD-containing reductase and iron thioredox. Class II proteins require only the FAD/FMN containing P450 ...

The cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzymes are a protein superfamily involved in the synthesis and metabolism of drugs, toxins and normal cellular components. The CYP family of enzymes have been identified ...

The name “cytochrome P450 enzymes” is derived due to their several characteristics; they are bound to the membrane of cells (cyto) and contain heme pigment (chrome and P).