Matrix Metalloproteinase 13

**Definition:** A secreted matrix metalloproteinase that plays a physiological role in the degradation of extracellular matrix found in skeletal tissues. It is synthesized as an inactive precursor that is activated by the proteolytic cleavage of its N-terminal propeptide.

**Tree numbers:** - D08.811.277.656.300.480.205.363 - D08.811.277.656.300.480.525.700.550 - D08.811.277.656.675.374.205.363 - D08.811.277.656.675.374.525.700.550 - D12.776.467.836.550

**Synonyms:** - Collagenase-3 - Matrix Metalloproteinase-13 - Collagenase 3 - MMP-13 Metalloproteinase - MMP13 Metalloproteinase