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MMP7

Domain

The conserved cysteine present in the cysteine-switch motif binds the catalytic zinc ion, thus inhibiting the enzyme. The dissociation of the cysteine from the zinc ion upon the activation-peptide release activates the enzyme.

Function

Degrades casein, gelatins of types I, III, IV, and V, and fibronectin. Activates procollagenase.

Sequence similarities

Belongs to the peptidase M10A family.

Cellular localization

  • Secreted
  • Extracellular space
  • Extracellular matrix

Alternative names

  • Matrilysin
  • Matrin
  • Matrix metalloproteinase-7
  • Pump-1 protease
  • Uterine metalloproteinase
  • MMP-7
  • PUMP1
  • MPSL1
  • MMP7

Target type

Proteins

Primary research area

Immunology & Infectious Disease

Molecular weight

29677Da