tryptase b-2

Tryptase beta-2(Tpsb2), also known as Mast cell protease 6(mMCP-6), belongs to the peptidase S1 family and Tryptase subfamily. Tryptase is the major neutral protease present in mast cells and is secreted upon the coupled activation-degranulation response of this cell type. It plays a role in innate immunity. Tpsb2 can be detected primarily in skin during embryogenesis. Tpsb2 can not be detected at early embryonic stages but is abundantly expressed in later stages with a peak at E17.5-E18.5. Tryptase is a homotetramer. The active tetramer is converted to inactive monomers at neutral and acidic pH in the absence of heparin. Low concentrations of inactive monomers become active monomers at pH 6.0 in the presence of heparin. When the concentration of active monomers is higher, they convert to active monomers and then to active tetramers. These monomers are active and functionally distinct from the tetrameric enzyme. In contrast to the hidden active sites in the tetrameric form, the active site of the monomeric form is accessible for macromolecular proteins and inhibitors eg: fibrinogen which is a substrate for the monomeric but not for the tetrameric form. The monomeric form forms a complex with SERPINB6.

Tryptases are Trypsin-like Serine Proteases. β-Tryptases are the main isoenzymes in mast cells. Βtryptases form active tetramers with heparin proteoglycan. In the tetramer, the unique arrangement of the active sites facing a narrow central pore, β-Tryptases are resistant to macromolecule protease inhibitors . When mast cells are activated, β-Tryptases are released and participate in provoking inflammatory conditions . β-Tryptases have been implicated as mediators in the pathogenesis of asthma and other allergic disorders.

Expression system: P. pastoris (Yeast)
Length: 31-275, Full Length of Mature Protein
Activity: Not Tested

Expression system: E. coli
Length: 31-275, Full Length of Mature Protein
Activity: Not Tested

Expression system: HEK293 Cells
Length: 31-275, Partial
Activity: BLI

TPSAB1, namely tryptase alpha beta-1, is a serine protease with trypsin­like activity. TPSAB1 is the major neutral protease present in mast cells and is secreted upon the coupled activation-degranulation response of this cell type. It may play a role in innate immunity. Diseases associated with TPSAB1 include mastocytosis and systemic mastocytosis.