Gpx3
Function
Protects cells and enzymes from oxidative damage, by catalyzing the reduction of hydrogen peroxide, lipid peroxides and organic hydroperoxide, by glutathione.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the glutathione peroxidase family.
Tissue Specificity
Secreted in plasma.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
Alternative names
Glutathione peroxidase 3, GPx-3, GSHPx-3, Plasma glutathione peroxidase, GPx-P, GSHPx-P, Gpx3