👉 Oxydase, also known as glutathione peroxidase or glutathione peroxin 1 (GPx), is a critical enzyme involved in the detoxification of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and in reducing the production of ROS by various metabolic pathways. It plays a pivotal role in maintaining cellular homeostasis by preventing damage to cells from ROS. The term "oxydase" comes from its ability to catalyze the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide into water and