Calpain Definition

kălpān
noun
A proteolytic enzyme regulated by the concentration of calcium ions.
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Other Word Forms of Calpain

Noun

Singular:
calpain
Plural:
calpains

Origin of Calpain

  • Probably cal(cium) p(rote)a(se) –in

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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