Text Size  Site Search powered by Ajax  Lactase (Beta-
Galactosidase)  Lactase (Beta-Galactosidase)  Lactase (beta-
galactosidase) is an enzyme found in bacteria and many other
sources. Lactase produced by bacteria will break down lactose
into glucose and galactose. Lactase in humans breaks down
gangliosides into simpler compounds which are then further
broken down.  The lack or low concentrations of lactase is
believed to result in gangliosidosis, the symptoms of which are
mental retardation, liver enlargement, and skeletal
deformations.  Martin, David W., Peter A. Muyers, et.al. 1983.
Harper's Review of Biochemistry. Lange Medical Publications. Los
Altos, CA. 638.