GPX3
Function
Protects cells and enzymes from oxidative damage, by catalyzing the reduction of hydrogen peroxide, lipid peroxides and organic hydroperoxide, by glutathione.
Post-translational modifications
The N-terminus is blocked.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the glutathione peroxidase family.
Tissue Specificity
Secreted in plasma.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
Alternative names
GPXP, GPX3, Glutathione peroxidase 3, GPx-3, GSHPx-3, Extracellular glutathione peroxidase, Plasma glutathione peroxidase, GPx-P, GSHPx-P