Preferred Term:
Bowman-Birk inhibitor
Definition:
A low-molecular-weight protein (minimum molecular weight 8000) which has the ability to inhibit trypsin as well as chymotrypsin at independent binding sites. It is characterized by a high cystine content and the absence of glycine.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- Bowman Birk soybean
- Bowman-Birk soybean trypsin inhibitor
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/19022
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