Recombinant protein encompassing a sequence within the center region of human CHIA. The exact sequence is proprietary.
Alternative Synonym:
CHIT2, AMCASE, TSA1902
The protein encoded by this gene degrades chitin, which is found in the cell wall of most fungi as well as in arthropods and some nematodes. The encoded protein can also stimulate interleukin 13 expression, and variations in this gene can lead to asthma susceptibility. Several transcript variants encoding a few different isoforms have been found for this gene.
