Proteins of the matrix metalloproteinase ( MMP ) family are involved in the breakdown of extracellular matrix in normal physiological processes , such as embryonic development , reproduction , and tissue remodeling , as well as in disease processes , such as arthritis and metastasis. Most MMP's are secreted as inactive proproteins which are activated when cleaved by extracellular proteinases. This gene encodes an enzyme which degrades type IV collagen , the major structural component of basement membranes. The enzyme plays a role in endometrial menstrual breakdown , regulation of vascularization and the inflammatory response.

MMP2;CLG4;CLG4A;MMP-II;MONA;TBE-1;Gelatinase A

Human

PBS with 0.04% Proclin 300; 50% glycerol; pH 7.5; PBS with 0.04% Proclin 300; 1% protective protein; 50% glycerol; pH 7.5

-20℃

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