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Which microbial product is used for removing clots from the blood vessels of patients?
Which microbial product is used for removing clots from the blood vessels of patients?
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The correct option is D Streptokinase
Streptococcus bacteria produce an enzyme called streptokinase. This enzyme is modified using genetic engineering and used as a clot-buster for removing clots from the blood vessels.
Lipases are enzymes used in detergents for the removal of oily stains from clothes.
Proteases and pectinases are used to clarify bottled juices. They digest the proteins and pectins (polysaccharide fibre) to make the juice appear more clear.
Statins are produced by a yeast Monascus purpureus. It helps in lowering the blood cholesterol levels by inhibiting the enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis in the body.
Streptococcus bacteria produce an enzyme called streptokinase. This enzyme is modified using genetic engineering and used as a clot-buster for removing clots from the blood vessels.
Lipases are enzymes used in detergents for the removal of oily stains from clothes.
Proteases and pectinases are used to clarify bottled juices. They digest the proteins and pectins (polysaccharide fibre) to make the juice appear more clear.
Statins are produced by a yeast Monascus purpureus. It helps in lowering the blood cholesterol levels by inhibiting the enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis in the body.
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