MMP28: A Potential Drug Target and Biomarker (G79148)

Target Name: MMP28

NCBI ID: G79148

MMP28: A Potential Drug Target and Biomarker

MMP28 (Mucinases and Mucinases-like 28) is a protein that is expressed in various tissues throughout the body, including the skin, hair, nails, and gastrointestinal tract. It is a member of the superfamily of proteases, which are a group of enzymes that break down other proteins.

MMP28 is also known as EPILYSIN, which stands for Extracellular Protease Inhibitor-like Yserine. This name is derived from the fact that MMP28 is a protein that is expressed in the extracellular space, and it has been shown to inhibit the activity of other proteins, including proteases that are involved in cell signaling and tissue damage.

MMP28 is expressed in a wide range of tissues throughout the body, including the skin, hair, nails, and gastrointestinal tract. It is also found in various organs and tissues, including the liver, heart, kidneys, and pancreas.

One of the unique features of MMP28 is its ability to inhibit the activity of other proteins, including proteases that are involved in cell signaling and tissue damage. This protein has been shown to be involved in a wide range of physiological processes, including cell signaling, tissue repair, and inflammation.

MMP28 has also been shown to play a role in the development and progression of various diseases, including cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. It is also a potential drug target, with researchers exploring its potential as a therapeutic agent for a wide range of conditions.

In addition to its potential as a drug target, MMP28 is also of interest to researchers as a potential biomarker for various diseases. Its ability to inhibit the activity of other proteins makes it a potential target for diagnostic tests that are used to detect the presence of specific proteins in tissue samples. This could be useful for the diagnosis of diseases, such as cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and autoimmune disorders.

Overall, MMP28 is a protein that is of great interest to researchers due to its unique ability to inhibit the activity of other proteins and its potential as a drug target and biomarker. Further research is needed to fully understand the role of MMP28 in various physiological processes and to explore its potential as a therapeutic agent and biomarker.

Protein Name: Matrix Metallopeptidase 28

Functions: Can degrade casein. Could play a role in tissues homeostasis and repair

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