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Serpin

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Serpin Definition

Irreversible serine proteinase inhibitors that exert their action on peptidases. Serpins can be localized inside, or outside of the cell, and are found in all groups of organisms with the exception of fungi. In human plasma, serpins represent approximately 2% of the total protein present.

Serpin Synonyms

Serpin

Terms in Serpin category

Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor
Protease Inhibitor-14



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