Cglykosilaatio

Cglykosilaatio refers to a type of glycosylation where a carbohydrate molecule is attached to a protein or lipid via a carbon-carbon bond. This is distinct from the more common N-glycosylation and O-glycosylation, which involve nitrogen and oxygen atoms, respectively, in the linkage. The process of C-glycosylation is less prevalent than other glycosylation types and is enzymatically catalyzed. In C-glycosylation, the glycosidic bond forms directly between a carbon atom of the sugar moiety and a carbon atom of the acceptor molecule. This type of linkage is generally more stable to hydrolysis compared to O- and N-glycosidic bonds. Examples of C-glycosylated compounds include certain naturally occurring molecules and some pharmaceuticals. Research into C-glycosylation is ongoing to understand its biological roles and potential therapeutic applications.