This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Biochemistry
[{'content': 'Which of the following enzymes is involved in the degradation of the basement membrane? \nSelect and explain. \nA. Metalloproteinases, B. Oxidases, C. Elastases, D. Hydroxylases', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': "Answer: A \nExplanation: Matrix metalloproteinases are a family a proteolytic enzymes that degrade components of the extracellular matrix and basement membrane. Ref: Robbin's Basic Pathology 7th Edition, Page 110, 111, 312, 103; Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infeility By Marc A. Fritz, Leon Speroff, 2010, Page 596.", 'role': 'assistant'}]