Elastase
InĀ molecular biology,Ā elastaseĀ is anĀ enzymeĀ from the class ofĀ proteasesĀ (peptidases)Ā that break downĀ proteins.Ā In particular, it is aĀ serine protease. Forms and classification Eight human genes exist for elastase: Family Gene symbol Protein name EC number Approved Previous Appro
Microfold cellsĀ (orĀ M cells)
Microfold cells (or M cells) are found in the gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) of the Peyer’s patches in the small intestine, and in the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) of other parts of the gastrointestinal tract. These cells are