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Elastase is an enzyme classified as a serine protease that is involved in breaking down proteins, particularly elastin found in connective tissue. It preferentially cleaves at the C-terminus of specific amino acids and has the ability to induce the disintegration of the axoneme in the presence of ATP. Elastase is also expressed in neutrophils and plays a crucial role in immune responses. Overall, elastase is an essential enzyme with specific functions in protein degradation and various biological processes.
