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The hyaluronic acid content of leucocytes from the peritoneum of rats shows a significant concentration when measured either turbidimetrically or oxydimetrically, the average value calculated for wet weight being 0.7–0.8%. The hyaluronic acid break down capacity of the leucocytes is not a specific enzyme action but can be attributed to their high ascorbic acid content. The phenomenon has no well defined pH or temperature optimum and can be inhibited by oxine and by semicarbazide.
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Ludány, G., Perényi, L. Der Hyaluronsäuregehalt und die «Hyaluronidase»-Aktivität der Leukozyten. Experientia 11, 71–72 (1955). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02179034
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