Name | α-Glucosidase |
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EINECS 232-604-7
MFCD00081321 |
Description | α-Glucosidase (α-D-Glucosidase), a carbohydrate hydrolyzing enzyme, catalyzes the liberation of α-glucose from the non-reducing end of the substrate. α-Glucosidase can facilitate the absorption of glucose by the small intestine. Inhibition of α-Glucosidase is an effective management of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM)[1][2]. |
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In Vivo | α-Glucosidase is a membrane bound enzyme present in the epithelium of the small intestine, which works to facilitate the absorption of glucose by the small intestine by catalyzing the hydrolytic cleavage of oligosaccharides into absorbable. Inhibiting α-Glucosidase slows the elevation of blood sugar following a carbohydrate meal[1]. |
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Appearance | powder | off-white |
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Storage condition | 2-8°C |