Cathepsin E
Synonyms
Erythrocyte Membrane Aspartic Proteinase
Moving Proteinase, Slow
Proteinase, Slow Moving
Slow Moving Proteinase
An aspartic endopeptidase that is similar in structure to CATHEPSIN D. It is found primarily in the cells of the immune system where it may play a role in processing of CELL SURFACE ANTIGENS.