How can I test the enzyme effectiveness of papain (papaya extract)?

Subject: How can I test the enzyme effectiveness of papain (papaya extract)?

Date: Thu Apr 17 13:09:58 1997
Posted by Jim McKenzie
Grade level:
School: No school entered.
City: Kinburn State/Province: Ontario
Country: Canada
Area of science: Biochemistry
ID: 861300598.Bc

Message:

Papaya enzymes are widely sold in health food stores but I know that 
this product deteriorates after harvested, especially if subjected to heat. 
How can I test either products sold in stores or imported from other
countries to see if they are still effective?

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