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αKG-dependent DNA or protein demethylases use αKG as a substrate and generate succinate as a product, which in high levels can inhibit their activity (oversimplified scheme). A shortage in αKG supply and higher proportional succinate levels can compromise the activity of these key enzymes involved in cell proliferation and differentiation.
