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| − | Matrix metalloproteinases are [[enzymes]] that can break down proteins, such as collagen, that are normally found in the spaces between [[cell]]s in tissues (i.e., extracellular matrix proteins). Because these enzymes need zinc or calcium atoms to work properly, they are called metalloproteinases. Matrix metalloproteinases are involved in wound healing, angiogenesis, and tumor cell metastasis. | + | '''Matrix metalloproteinases''' are [[enzymes]] that can break down proteins, such as collagen, that are normally found in the spaces between [[cell]]s in tissues (i.e., extracellular matrix proteins). Because these enzymes need zinc or calcium atoms to work properly, they are called metalloproteinases. Matrix metalloproteinases are involved in wound healing, angiogenesis, and tumor cell metastasis. |
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Latest revision as of 05:35, October 7, 2016
Matrix metalloproteinases are enzymes that can break down proteins, such as collagen, that are normally found in the spaces between cells in tissues (i.e., extracellular matrix proteins). Because these enzymes need zinc or calcium atoms to work properly, they are called metalloproteinases. Matrix metalloproteinases are involved in wound healing, angiogenesis, and tumor cell metastasis.