Definition of "enterokinase" []

• An enzyme secreted by the upper intestinal mucosa that catalyzes the conversion of trypsinogen to trypsin. (noun)

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• "Typical CNS exam question: "The product of enterokinase reactions is: ......""
• "Trypsin is non-active when it has not been in contact with enterokinase."
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