Aminopeptidase

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Description

Aminopeptidase is a type of Exopeptidase Proteolytic Digestive Enzyme.

 

Biological Function of Aminopeptidase

Digestive System

 Aminopeptidase helps to complete the digestion of dietary Proteins prior to their absorption into the bloodstream (by attacking (breaking) the Amino end of Peptide chains).

 

These Substances Enhance the Function of Aminopeptidase

Minerals

 Manganese is an essential cofactor for the activity of Aminopeptidase.  [1]

 

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