What is another word for secretase?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛkɹɪtˌe͡ɪs] (IPA) 
Secretase is an enzyme that plays an important role in the cleavage of transmembrane proteins. There are various types of secretases that are responsible for the cleavage of proteins such as the amyloid precursor protein. Some synonyms for secretase include protease, peptidase, and endoprotease. A protease specifically targets and cleaves proteins, while a peptidase cleaves peptides. An endoprotease is an enzyme that cleaves peptide bonds within the protein's polypeptide chain. Other synonyms for secretase include gamma-secretase, alpha-secretase, beta-secretase, and aspartic protease, each of which plays a distinct role in the cleavage of proteins. The use of these synonyms helps in better understanding and characterizing the different types of secretases.
