Biochem/physiol Actions
N-acetyl Proline-Glycine-Proline (ac-PGP) is a potent and selective neutrophil chemoattractant. It is generated enzymatically from extracellular matrix proteins such as collagen. PGP is generated from native collagen by the action of matrix metalloproteinase–8 (MMP-8) and/or MMP-9, followed by a secondary cleavage by prolyl endopeptidase (PE). N-terminal acetylation of PGP (Ac-PGP) occurs through an unknown mechanism. Both PGP and AcPGP are considered biomarkers and possible therapeutic targets for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and may also be markers for acute pulmonary exacerbation in Cystic Fibrosis.
- UPC:
- 51413212
- Condition:
- New
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- WeightUOM:
- LB
- MPN:
- A2112-5MG