National Cancer Institute National Cancer Institute
U.S. National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute
Dictionary of Cancer Terms
Send to Printer
bromelain

 An enzyme found in pineapples that breaks down other proteins, such as collagen and muscle fiber, and has anti-inflammatory properties. It is used as a meat tenderizer in the food industry.

Previous Definitions:brivanib, brivanib alaninate, brivudine, BRM therapy, broccoli sprout extract
Next Definitions:bronchi, bronchial, bronchial adenoma, bronchiole, bronchitis