Gaa
Function
Essential for the degradation of glycogen in lysosomes. Has highest activity on alpha-1,4-linked glycosidic linkages, but can also hydrolyze alpha-1,6-linked glucans.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the glycosyl hydrolase 31 family.
Cellular localization
- Lysosome
- Lysosome membrane
Alternative names
Lysosomal alpha-glucosidase, Acid maltase, Gaa