MMP2 (HEK293), C-terminal His-tag, human recombinant protein

Human matrix metallo-peptidase-2 (MMP2), also known as gelatinase A (GenBank Accession No. NM_004530), a.a. 30 - 660 (end), with C-terminal His-tag, MW=72 kDa, expressed in an HEK293 cell expression system. Protein function: Ubiquitinous metalloproteinase that is involved in diverse functions such as remodeling of the vasculature, angiogenesis, tissue repair, tumor invasion, inflammation, and atherosclerotic plaque rupture. As well as degrading extracellular matrix proteins, can also act on several nonmatrix proteins such as big endothelial 1 and beta-type CGRP promoting vasoconstriction. Also cleaves KISS at a Gly-/-Leu bond. Appears to have a role in myocardial cell death pathways. Contributes to myocardial oxidative stress by regulating the activity of GSK3beta. Cleaves GSK3beta in vitro. [The UniProt Consortium]