Abcam, ab158099, Recombinant Human Cathepsin C protein

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human Cathepsin C protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 1 to 463 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ, suitable for ELISA, WB.
Key facts
Expression system:Wheat germ,
Tags:GST tag N-Terminus,
Applications:WB, ELISASee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:P53634,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.31% Glutathione

Product details:
This product was previously labelled as DPP1.

Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--80°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--80°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Cathepsin C also known as dipeptidyl peptidase I is a lysosomal cysteine protease with a molecular mass of approximately 51 kDa. It functions mechanically by cleaving off dipeptides from the N-terminal end of proteins and peptides. Cathepsin C is widely expressed in various tissues with higher levels in immune cells like neutrophils and macrophages. This enzyme activates serine proteases from their inactive zymogen forms which is important for immune responses.
Biological function summary
The enzyme contributes significantly to the immune system. It forms part of a multi-enzyme complex that processes proenzymes such as granzymes and cathepsin G into their active forms. Through these actions Cathepsin C regulates cellular activities linked to inflammation and apoptosis. The proteolytic activity it provides is critical for the functioning of immune-related cells facilitating defense mechanisms against pathogens.
Pathways
Cathepsin C plays roles in the inflammatory and immune response pathways. It connects to the granzyme and lysosomal pathways important in processing and regulating granzyme activities critical for cytotoxic T lymphocyte functions. Cathepsin C maintains connections with proteins like granzymes and cathepsin G each involved in mediating immune responses and cellular death.
Cathepsin C is associated with conditions such as Papillon-Lefèvre Syndrome and aggressive periodontitis. These disorders arise due to disruptions in immune protection resulting from mutations in the Cathepsin C gene. The enzyme's abnormal activity in these diseases highlights its connection with proteins such as neutrophil elastase which play critical roles in tissue degradation processes leading to periodontal disease.