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Collagenase

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Collagenase Definition

Collagenases are enzymes that degrade collagen fibers. These enzymes play an important role in connective tissue metabolism and are produced by specific cells involved in both repair and remodeling processes.

Collagenase Synonyms

Collagenase, Collagenases, Santyl, collagenase

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