meprin

meprin is a membrane-bound protease belonging to the astacin family.

researchers investigated the specific meprin activity in the collected tissue samples.

the expression of meprin increases significantly during fibrosis development.

scientists identified a new meprin inhibitor with high therapeutic potential.

meprin subunits are known to cleave various extracellular matrix proteins.

dysregulation of meprin is linked to several inflammatory bowel diseases.

the study focused on the role of meprin in acute kidney injury.

biochemists analyzed the structure of the meprin active site.

meprin levels were measured using a quantitative immunoassay.

genetic deletion of meprin altered the inflammatory response in mice.

meprin facilitates the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines.

clinical trials are testing meprin as a biomarker for cancer progression.