protease /pro·te·ase/ (pro´te-ās) endopeptidase.
protease
pro·te·ase (pr  t - s , -z)n. Any of various enzymes, including the proteinases and peptidases, that catalyze the hydrolytic breakdown of proteins. |
protease
[prō′tē·ās]
an enzyme that is a catalyst in the breakdown of peptide bonds that join the amino acids in a protein. See also proteolysis.
protease
any proteolytic enzyme.
protease-antiprotease imbalance
thought to play a part in the pathogenesis of emphysema by permitting excessive proteolysis, especially of elastin.
fecal protease
originate from the pancreas and include trypsin, chymotrypsin and carboxypeptidases. Proteolytic activity of the feces may be evaluated by tests that measure digestion of gelatin or casein-based substrates.
α1-protease inhibitor
α1-antitrypsin.
How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|