Group V Phospholipases A2

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.

Year introduced: 2008(2001)

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Tree Number(s): D08.811.277.352.100.680.750.937.750.775

MeSH Unique ID: D054505

Registry Number: EC 3.1.1.4

Entry Terms:

• Group V Secretory Phospholipase A2
• Group V sPLA2
• Phospholipases A2, Group V

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Enzymes and Coenzymes
Enzymes
Hydrolases
Esterases
Carboxylic Ester Hydrolases
Phospholipases
Phospholipases A
Phospholipases A2
Phospholipases A2, Secretory
Group V Phospholipases A2