peptidase

(noun)

Any enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of peptides into amino acids; a protease.

Related Terms

  • amylase
  • hydrolysis

Examples of peptidase in the following topics:

  • Histology of the Large Intestine

    • These enzymes include peptidases, sucrase, maltase, lactase and intestinal lipase.
  • Hydrolysis

    • Proteins are broken down by the enzymes trypsin, pepsin, peptidase and others.
  • Mechanisms of Chemical Digestion

    • The enzymes are divided into endo- and exo-peptidases.
  • Digestion and Absorption

    • Further breakdown of peptides to single amino acids is aided by enzymes called peptidases (those that break down peptides).
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