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muramidase

/mjʊˈræm.ɪ.deɪz/

Traduction: Enzyme présente dans les fluides biologiques tels que la salive, la sueur et les larmes, qui détruit la paroi cellulaire de certaines bactéries, agissant comme un agent antimicrobien naturel.

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/mjʊˈræm.ɪ.deɪz/C2formalscientific
  • frEnzyme présente dans les fluides biologiques tels que la salive, la sueur et les larmes, qui détruit la paroi cellulaire de certaines bactéries, agissant comme un agent antimicrobien naturel.

An enzyme present in bodily fluids such as saliva, sweat, and tears that breaks down the cell walls of certain bacteria, acting as a natural antimicrobial agent.

  1. Antibacterial enzymeC1formalscientific

    An enzyme naturally present in bodily fluids such as saliva, tears, and sweat that breaks down bacterial cell walls, providing a defense against certain infections.

    frLysozyme (muramidase)

    • Muramidase in tears helps protect the eyes from bacterial infections.
    • The presence of muramidase in saliva is part of the body's first line of defense.
    • Researchers are studying muramidase for its potential as a natural preservative.

    Synonymeslysozyme