CA6
Function
Reversible hydration of carbon dioxide. Its role in saliva is unknown.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the alpha-carbonic anhydrase family.
Tissue Specificity
Major constituent of saliva.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
Alternative names
Carbonic anhydrase 6, Carbonate dehydratase VI, Carbonic anhydrase VI, Salivary carbonic anhydrase, Secreted carbonic anhydrase, CA-VI, CA6