α-淀粉酶

α-淀粉酶是一种水解淀粉、糖原及相关多糖中 α-1,4 糖苷键的酶，生成糊精和麦芽糖。它在自然界中分布广泛，存在于唾液、胰液和多种微生物中。猪胰腺来源的该酶常用于研究和工业应用。

α-Amylase is an enzyme that hydrolyzes α-1,4 glycosidic linkages in starch, glycogen, and related polysaccharides, producing dextrins and maltose. It is widely distributed in nature, occurring in saliva, pancreatic juice, and various microorganisms. The porcine pancreatic enzyme is commonly used in research and industrial applications.

EC Number: 3.2.1.1