Cathepsin D is a soluble aspartic endopeptidase found in the lysosomes of most mammalian cells. Cathepsin D is activated by proteolytic cleavage of the synthesized inactive zymogen (preproCathepsin D), which is composed of an N-terminal signal peptide, a propeptide, and a catalytic domain. Cathepsin D plays a role in general protein degradation and turnover within the lysosomal compartment, as an important signaling and regulator molecule. Overexpression of Cathepsin D spans across varieties of cancers and is often correlated with poor prognosis. Cathepsin D?s role in pathology is attributed to apoptosis and neurodegeneration.
| Intended Use | IVD |
|---|---|
| Antibody Type | Monoclonal |
| Clone | CTSD/3082 |
| Source | Mouse |
| Tissue Type/Cancer Type | Lung |
| Pack | 0.5 mL – Manual – Concentrate, 1 mL – Manual – Concentrate, 6 mL – Manual – RTU, 50 Tests – Automation – Xmatrx, 100 Tests – Automation – i6000, 160 Tests – Automation – Xmatrx, 5 slides – Xmatrx, 5 slides – Manual |
