Characterization of a thermostable uricase derived from

Introduction: Uricases are oxidative enzymes that catalyze the conversion of uric acid to allantoin and hydrogen peroxide, widely utilized in uric acid testing and the treatment of gout, hyperuricemia, and Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS). The search for uricases with long-term thermostability has become a significant area of research. Methods: In this study, a uricase gene (truox) was obtained from the genome of Results: TrUox exhibits maximal catalytic activity at 35°C and pH 7.6 (mesophilic range). Notably, its thermostability is exceptional: the enzyme retains over 90% residual activity after 4 days of incubation at 50°C (with activity measured post-thermal treatment at 35°C) and maintains >90% activity for 10 days at physiological temperature (37°C). Discussion: These results demonstrate TrUox as a robust uricase exhibiting dual advantages of catalytic efficiency and enhanced thermostability, positioning it as a promising biocatalyst for industrial-scale production and therapeutic development. Our preliminary study into its thermostable mechanism provides a theoretical foundation for future production and research.