Source

Clostridium histolyticum

Specific Activity

>160 u/mg

Specificity

Collagenase Type IV has low tryptic activity. It is commonly used for

islets and other applications where receptor integrity is crucial.

Storage and Handling

Store at +4 °C; desiccate.

Unit Definition

One unit equals one micromole of L-leucine equivalents from collagen

 in 5 hours at 37 °C and pH 7.5 under the specified conditions.