What is enzymatic degradation in peptides?
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Enzymatic degradation refers to the breakdown of peptides by enzymes (such as proteases and peptidases).
This process can:
- Reduce active concentration
- Shorten functional half-life
- Create fragments that may have different activity profiles
Researchers often use modifications or delivery strategies to reduce degradation in experimental models.
For research use only. Not medical advice.
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