Glycosylation vs. Glucosylation

Glycosylation vs. Glucosylation — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Glycosylation and Glucosylation

Glycosylationnoun

(organic chemistry) The reaction of a saccharide with a hydroxy or amino functional group to form a glycoside; especially the reaction with a protein or lipid to form a glycoprotein or glycolipid.

Glucosylationnoun

(organic chemistry) Any reaction that forms a glucoside