Cystatin-F
Function
Inhibits papain and cathepsin L but with affinities lower than other cystatins. May play a role in immune regulation through inhibition of a unique target in the hematopoietic system.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the cystatin family.
Tissue Specificity
Primarily expressed in peripheral blood cells and spleen.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
- Cytoplasm
Alternative names
Cystatin-F, Cystatin-7, Cystatin-like metastasis-associated protein, Leukocystatin, CMAP, CST7