Elafin

Elafin

Engelsk definition

A secretory proteinase inhibitory protein that was initially purified from human SKIN. It is found in a variety mucosal secretions and is present at high levels in SPUTUM. Elafin may play a role in the innate immunity (IMMUNITY, INNATE) response of the LUNG.

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Engelska synonymer

Protease Inhibitor WAP3 Inhibitor WAP3, Protease Protease Inhibitor 3, Skin-derived Protease Inhibitor 3, Skin derived Skin-Derived Antileukoproteinase Antileukoproteinase, Skin-Derived Skin Derived Antileukoproteinase Peptidase Inhibitor 3, Skin-derived Peptidase Inhibitor 3, Skin derived