Elastin Degradation and α1-Antitrypsin
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Which enzyme catalyzes the degradation of elastin?

  • Neutrophil elastase (correct)
  • Protease
  • Collagenase
  • Alpha-1 antitrypsin

    • What can neutrophil elastase destroy in the lung?

  • Alveolar walls (correct)
  • Blood vessels
  • Nerve cells
  • Bronchial tubes

    • Which protein can counteract the destructive effects of neutrophil elastase?

  • Fibronectin
  • Collagen
  • Alpha-1 antitrypsin (correct)
  • Elastin

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