noun
- Plural of histaminase; enzymes that break down histamine in the body.
Usage: technical; biochemistry
Examples
- Histaminases play a crucial role in regulating histamine levels in tissues.
- The body produces histaminases to prevent excessive accumulation of histamine.
- Researchers study histaminases to understand allergic reactions better.
- Diamine oxidase is one of the main histaminases found in the intestines.
- Deficiency in histaminases can lead to elevated histamine levels in the blood.