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Calpain
Calcium-dependent protease involved in protein turnover.
A family of cytosolic cysteine proteases activated by intracellular calcium. Plays roles in muscle protein degradation, cytoskeletal remodeling, cell signaling, and apoptosis.
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Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary
A family of cytosolic cysteine proteases activated by intracellular calcium. Plays roles in muscle protein degradation, cytoskeletal remodeling, cell signaling, and apoptosis.
Related terms
Caspases, Cathepsins, Proteases