Allosteric site

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012855",
  "term": "Allosteric site",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A site on an enzyme or receptor protein distinct from the active site, where the binding of a molecule can alter the protein's conformation and modulate its activity. This binding can either enhance or inhibit the protein's function, affecting its affinity for its primary ligand. Allosteric regulation is a key mechanism for controlling biological processes.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "orthosteric site"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2011, 83, 1129. 'Glossary of terms used in biomolecular screening (IUPAC Recommendations 2011)' on page 1132 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-09-05-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/allosteric-site/"
}