hy·a·lu·ron·i·dase (h   -l -r n  -d s, -dz)n. An enzyme that catalyzes the breakdown of hyaluronic acid in the body, thereby increasing tissue permeability to fluids. Also called spreading factor. |
hyaluronidase [ˌhaɪəlʊˈrɒnɪˌdeɪs -ˌdeɪz]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biochemistry) an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid, thus decreasing the viscosity of the medium containing the acid
[hyalo- + Greek ouron urine + -id3 + -ase]
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| Noun | 1. | hyaluronidase - an enzyme (trade name Hyazyme) that splits hyaluronic acid and so lowers its viscosity and increases the permeability of connective tissue and the absorption of fluids enzyme - any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions |
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