Thiol peroxidase

UniProtKB accession:  P0A862

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UniProtKB description:  Thiol-specific peroxidase that catalyzes the reduction of hydrogen peroxide and organic hydroperoxides to water and alcohols, respectively. Plays a role in cell protection against oxidative stress by detoxifying peroxides. Has a preference for alkyl hydroperoxides and acts as a lipid peroxidase to inhibit bacterial membrane oxidation. Acts as a principal antioxidant during anaerobic growth.