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Disaccharidases are enzymes that play a crucial role in carbohydrate digestion in the small intestine. These enzymes are responsible for breaking down disaccharides (two-sugar molecules) into their constituent monosaccharides, which can then be absorbed by the body.
Three important disaccharidases found in the intestinal brush border are:
When these enzymes are deficient or inhibited, it can lead to various gastrointestin…