Group V Phospholipases A2

**Definition:** A subcategory of secreted phospholipases A2 that contains both a negatively charged carboxy-terminal segment and interfacial-binding region specific for PHOSPHATIDYL CHOLINE-containing membranes. This enzyme group may play a role in the release of ARACHIDONIC ACID from phospholipid membranes.

**Tree numbers:** - D08.811.277.352.100.680.750.937.750.775

**Synonyms:** - Group V Secretory Phospholipase A2 - Group V sPLA2 - Phospholipases A2, Group V