REVIEW ARTICLE

[Matrix metalloproteases (MMPS)]

M Gacko

Published:

GICID: 01.3001.0000.3152

Available language versions: en pl

Issue: Postepy Hig Med Dosw 1997; 51 (5)

Abstract

Matrix metalloproteases (MMPs) are synthesized in the form proenzymes. They are activated in the process of limited proteolysis and non-enzymatically by active forms of oxygen. Activity of these enzymes is controlled by tissue inhibitors of metalloproteases (TIMPs).