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Research Article

Isolation and partial sequence of a Kunitz-type elastase specific inhibitor from marama bean (Tylosema esculentum)

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Pages 377-382 | Received 14 Apr 2009, Accepted 20 May 2009, Published online: 02 Nov 2009

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