Which enzyme converts trypsinogen into trypsin?

Question

Name the class of enzyme that usually catalyzes the following reaction: \[ S - G + S^{\prime} \rightarrow S + S^{\prime} - G \] Where \( G \) represents a group other than hydrogen, \( S \) is a substrate, and \( S^{\prime} \) is another substrate.

Answer 1

1. Trypsinogen, the inactive zymogen form of trypsin, is essential for protein digestion.
2. Enterokinase (enteropeptidase), produced by duodenal cells, specifically cleaves trypsinogen to activate it into trypsin.

Conclusion: Enterokinase is the enzyme that converts trypsinogen to its active form, trypsin.

Which enzyme converts trypsinogen into trypsin?

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