MMP28

Matrix metalloproteinase 28 also known as epilysin is an is_associated_with::enzyme that in humans is encoded by the MMP28 is_associated_with::gene.

Function
Proteins of the matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) family are involved in the breakdown of is_associated_with::extracellular matrix for both normal physiological processes, such as embryonic development, reproduction and tissue remodeling, and disease processes, such as asthma and metastasis. This gene encodes a secreted enzyme that degrades is_associated_with::casein. Its expression pattern suggests that it plays a role in tissue homeostasis and in wound repair. Transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been described.