Human MMP12 blocking peptide

Product Overview

Blocking/Immunizing peptide for anti-MMP12 antibody

Target

MMP12

Nature

Synthetic

Tag/Conjugate

Unconjugated

Application Notes

For in vitro research use only. Not intended for any diagnostic or therapeutic purpose. Not for human or animal consumption.

Format

Lyophilized powder

Preservative

None

Storage

Shipped at ambient temperature, store at -20°C.

Entrez Gene ID

Antigen Description

Proteins of the matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) family are involved in the breakdown of extracellular matrix in normal physiological processes, such as embryonic development, reproduction, and tissue remodeling, as well as in disease processes, such as arthritis and metastasis. Most MMP's are secreted as inactive proproteins which are activated when cleaved by extracellular proteinases. It is thought that the protein encoded by this gene is cleaved at both ends to yield the active enzyme, but this processing has not been fully described. The enzyme degrades soluble and insoluble elastin. It may play a role in aneurysm formation and studies in mice suggest a role in the development of emphysema. The gene is part of a cluster of MMP genes which localize to chromosome 11q22.3. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Function

calcium ion binding; endopeptidase activity; metalloendopeptidase activity; peptidase activity; zinc ion binding;

Synonyms

MMP12; matrix metallopeptidase 12 (macrophage elastase); matrix metalloproteinase 12 (macrophage elastase); macrophage metalloelastase; HME; macrophage elastase; matrix metalloproteinase-12; ME; MME; MMP-12; MGC138506;