Chymotrypsin

Chymotrypsin is an enzyme found in the digestive system of many animals, primarily humans. It is an endopeptidase, meaning it breaks down proteins into smaller peptide chains. Chymotrypsin plays an important role in the break down of dietary protein into amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, which are then absorbed and used by the body. It is also widely used in laboratory settings to break down proteins into their constituent parts for study. Chymotrypsin is a vital enzyme in the digestion process and its effective use in the laboratory setting has vast implications for biochemical research.