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Reactions catalyzed by APAO and SMO. APAO has a strong preference for N1-acetylated polyamines formed by SSAT releasing N-acetyl-3-aminopropanal and SMO is specific for spermine releasing 3-aminopropanal. Both reactions also generate hydrogen peroxide.