**Hyaluronidase is called as spreading factor** * Hyaluronic acid is a key component of connective tissue that maintain cell structure and viscosity * Hyaluronidase breaks down hyaluronic acid * This allows fluids and toxins to spread through the tissue and it helps bacteria to penetrate host tissue * This enzyme is also important in - Tissue Permiability - bacterial invasion {{:undefined:img_4060.png?400 |}}