Ces1c
Function
Involved in the detoxification of xenobiotics and in the activation of ester and amide prodrugs. Involved in the extracellular metabolism of lung surfactant.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the type-B carboxylesterase/lipase family.
Tissue Specificity
Expressed in lung, kidney and liver.
Cellular localization
- Endoplasmic reticulum lumen
- Microsomal membrane, lumen of endoplasmic reticulum.
Alternative names
Es1, Ces1c, Carboxylesterase 1C, Liver carboxylesterase N, Lung surfactant convertase, PES-N