Matrix Metalloproteinases, Membrane-Associated

**Definition:** Matrix metalloproteinases that are associated with the CELL MEMBRANE, either through transmembrane domains or GLYCOSYLPHOSPHATIDYLINOSITOL ANCHORS. Membrane-type matrix metalloproteinases may act within the pericellular environment to influence the process of CELL MIGRATION.

**Tree numbers:** - D08.811.277.656.300.480.525.300 - D08.811.277.656.675.374.525.300 - D12.776.543.493

**Synonyms:** - Matrix Metalloproteinase, Membrane-Type - Membrane-Type Matrix Metalloproteinase - Membrane-Type Matrix Metalloproteinases - MT-MMP Enzymes