Cathepsins are a family of lysosomal proteases crucial for cellular protein degradation and turnover, playing a fundamental role in maintaining intracellular homeostasis. Their involvement spans a variety of physiological processes, including antigen processing, tissue remodeling, and apoptosis regulation, making them indispensable for overall cellular function and health.
Cathepsins are a group of protease enzymes that were originally identified in lysosomes. Cathepsins are classified based on the key catalytic group present in their active site, and are categorized as aspartic, serine, or cysteine proteases.
ICT's Fluorescent Magic Red® (Cathepsin B, Cathepsin L, Cathepsin K) and Green Fluorescent Cathepsin B Assays enable researchers to quantitate and monitor intracellular cathepsin activity over time in vitro. These assays may be used in flow cytometry or cell imaging (immunofluorescence).