Matrix metalloproteinase-26 (MMP-26) is also known as matrilysin-2 and endometase. It is expressed in normal tissues and also in human carcinoma cells. MMP-26 possesses a propeptide domain, a signal peptide and a catalytic domain but does not have the hemopexin-like domain which is common to other members of its family. The MMP-26 gene is localized to human chromosome 11p15.3.
Specificity
By immunoblotting against the reduced protein, the antibody identifies a band at 30 kDa (zymogen).
Immunogen
synthetic peptide corresponding to the propeptide domain of human matrix metalloproteinase-26.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Matrix metalloproteinase-26 (MMP-26) degrades fibronectin, type IV collagen and activated pro-metalloproteinase-9. MMP-26 also aids in development of tumors.
Physical form
Solution in 0.01 M phosphate buffered saline containing 50% glycerol and 0.05% sodium azide.
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