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The proprotein convertase (PC) PCSK9 is inactivated by furin and/or PC5/6A: functional consequences of natural mutations and post-translational modifications.
The Journal of biological chemistry - 13 Oct 2006
Benjannet Suzanne, Rhainds David, Hamelin Josée, Nassoury Nasha, Seidah Nabil G
Abstract excerpt
PCSK9 is the ninth member of the proprotein convertase (PC) family. Some of its natural mutations have been genetically associated with the development of a dominant form of familial hyper- or hypocholesterolemia. The exact mechanism of action of PCSK9 is not clear, although it is known to enhance the intracellular degradation of the low density lipoprotein (LDL) receptor in acidic compartments, likely the...
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