Anti-PCOLCE antibody

Supplementary info

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Activity summary

PCOLCE known as Procollagen C-endopeptidase enhancer is a glycoprotein with an approximate mass of 55 kDa. It resides mainly in the extracellular matrix playing a role in collagen processing. PCOLCE enhances the activity of the enzyme procollagen C-proteinase which is critical for converting procollagen to collagen by cleaving its C-terminal propeptide. PCOLCE expression occurs in tissues such as skin tendons and cartilage where collagen is abundant.

Biological function summary

PCOLCE serves as an enhancer of enzyme activity important for proper collagen maturation. This protein strongly associates with the biosynthesis of collagen fibrils being part of the larger complex responsible for proper collagen assembly. The effective regulation of collagen fibrils is essential for maintaining structural integrity and strength of various tissues such as the skin and bone matrix.

Pathways

PCOLCE plays an important role in the collagen biosynthesis and modifying pathways. It collaborates closely with other proteins like BMP1 (Bone Morphogenetic Protein 1) which also participates in the procollagen processing activity. Through its precise regulation PCOLCE affects tissue repair and development pathways ensuring efficient collagen synthesis and deposition critical for functional extracellular matrix formation.

Associated diseases and disorders

Mutations or dysregulation in PCOLCE can potentially relate to connective tissue disorders such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. In these conditions improper collagen processing occurs affecting tissue elasticity and strength. Studies suggest that abnormal PCOLCE activity may also influence fibrosis where excessive collagen deposition leads to tissue and organ dysfunction. In these contexts PCOLCE interaction with proteins like BMP1 and other collagen-modifying enzymes is significant affecting the progression of such disorders.