Galactosidase vs. Lactase — What's the Difference?

An enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of a galactoside.

Lactase is an enzyme produced by many organisms. It is located in the brush border of the small intestine of humans and other mammals.

(enzyme) Any of several enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of a galactoside

An enzyme occurring in certain yeasts and in the intestinal juices of mammals and catalyzing the hydrolysis of lactose into glucose and galactose.

A β-galactosidase enzyme that is involved in the hydrolysis of the disaccharide lactose into constituent galactose and glucose monomers.

Any of a group of enzymes (trade name Lactaid) that hydrolyze lactose to glucose and galactose