Human Cathepsin Z ELISA Kit

The protein encoded by this gene is a lysosomal cysteine proteinase and member of the peptidase C1 family. It exhibits both carboxy-monopeptidase and carboxy-dipeptidase activities. The encoded protein has also been known as cathepsin X and cathepsin P. This gene is expressed ubiquitously in cancer cell lines and primary tumors and, like other members of this family, may be involved in tumorigenesis. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2008] Protein function: Exhibits carboxy-monopeptidase as well as carboxy-dipeptidase activity (PubMed:10504234). Capable of producing kinin potentiating peptides. [The UniProt Consortium]