Enteropeptidase

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Enteropeptidase (pronounced: en-ter-o-pep-ti-dase) is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the digestive system. It is also known as enterokinase.

Etymology

The term "enteropeptidase" is derived from the Greek words "enteron" meaning intestine, and "peptidase" meaning enzyme that breaks down peptides.

Function

Enteropeptidase is produced in the duodenum, the first section of the small intestine. It is responsible for the activation of trypsinogen into trypsin, a process that is essential for the digestion of proteins.

Related Terms

  • Enzyme: A protein that acts as a biological catalyst to speed up chemical reactions in cells.
  • Duodenum: The first part of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach, leading to the jejunum.
  • Trypsinogen: An inactive enzyme that is converted into trypsin.
  • Trypsin: An enzyme that helps in the digestion of proteins in the stomach.

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