Collagenase Type I

Collagenases are endopeptidase enzymes that degrade collagen in the triple helix region. Collagen is the main fibrous component of extracellular connective tissue of animals. In addition to being produced by some bacteria, collagenase can also be made by the body as part of the natural immune response. Collagenase usually targets connective tissue in muscle cells and other body organs. Type I collagenase produced by Clostridium histolyticum, which has tryptic activity and is used for tissue separation…