Cathepsin X in serum from patients with colorectal cancer: relation to prognosis

Tjasa Vizin, Ib Jarle Christensen, Hans Jørgen Nielsen, Janko Kos

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Abstract

Up-regulation of lysosomal cysteine protease cathepsin X (Cat X) is associated with disorders of the immune system and neurodegenerative diseases, while its role in the development and progression of cancer is less understood. Enhanced secretion of pro-Cat X was observed in malignant processes, and therefore, the level of total serum Cat X rather than the active enzyme may better reflect the tumour status.
Original languageEnglish
JournalRadiology and Oncology
Volume46
Issue number3
Pages (from-to)207-12
Number of pages6
ISSN1318-2099
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012

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