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Tryptase

Tryptase is a tetrameric neutral serine protease of the trypsin family, characterized by its trypsin-like activity in cleaving peptide bonds after basic amino acids such as lysine and arginine, and it is predominantly produced and stored in the secretory granules of mast cells.^[1]^[2] The enzyme forms a ~135 kDa complex of four identical or similar ~30-33 kDa monomer subunits, with active sites oriented toward a central pore that is stabilized by heparin proteoglycans in an acidic environment within the granules.^[1]^[2] Upon mast cell degranulation, tryptase is released into tissues and circulation, where it plays key roles in physiological and pathological processes.^[1] Human tryptase exists in multiple isoforms encoded by genes clustered on chromosome 16p13.3, including the pro-forms α-tryptase (inactive, encoded by TPSAB1), the active β-tryptases (βI, βII, βIII, encoded by TPSAB1 and TPSB2), the membrane-anchored γ-tryptase (TPSG1), and the truncated δ-tryptase (inactive).^[2] Production occurs primarily in tissue mast cells derived from bone marrow progenitors, with amounts varying by tissue—approximately 11 pg per lung mast cell and 35 pg per skin mast cell—and is regulated by factors such as stem cell factor (SCF), IL-3, IL-4, IL-6, and transcription factors like MITF.^[2] β-Tryptases, the most abundant active forms, are densely packed in semi-crystalline structures within granules alongside histamine and other mediators, enabling rapid release during immune responses.^[1] In terms of function, tryptase contributes to host defense by inactivating allergens, neuropeptides, and certain toxins, while also promoting antimicrobial activity and tissue remodeling through degradation of extracellular matrix components like fibrinogen and fibronectin.^[1]^[2] It drives inflammation by activating protease-activated receptor 2 (PAR-2) on various cells, leading to cytokine release (e.g., IL-6, IL-8), neutrophil recruitment, fibroblast proliferation, and increased vascular permeability, which are central to allergic reactions and wound healing.^[1] Additionally, tryptase supports angiogenesis and modulates immune cell signaling, but excessive activity can exacerbate conditions like airway hyperresponsiveness.^[2] Clinically, serum tryptase levels serve as a biomarker for mast cell activation and burden. For acute events like anaphylaxis, an increase of ≥20% + 2 ng/mL above baseline indicates mast cell activation.^[3]^[4] Basal levels >20 ng/mL are a minor diagnostic criterion for systemic mastocytosis, while hereditary alpha-tryptasemia (HαT), a common genetic trait affecting 4-6% of the population due to extra α-tryptase gene copies, often causes mildly elevated basal levels (typically 8–30 ng/mL).^[1]^[2]^[5] Peak levels during events help assess severity and guide management of hypersensitivity disorders. As of 2025, tryptase genotyping aids in distinguishing HαT from mastocytosis, and context-dependent reference ranges (e.g., >11.4 ng/mL suggestive) refine interpretation of basal levels.^[6]^[7]^[8] Tryptase inhibitors are under investigation for treating allergic diseases such as asthma, highlighting its therapeutic potential.^[1]

Introduction and Nomenclature

Definition and Overview

Tryptase is a serine protease enzyme classified under EC 3.4.21.59, belonging to the S1 family of peptidases with trypsin-like specificity.^[9] It preferentially cleaves peptide bonds on the carboxyl side of basic amino acids such as lysine and arginine, though with more restricted substrate specificity than pancreatic trypsin.^[9] This enzymatic activity enables tryptase to process extracellular proteins and contribute to various biological processes, distinguishing it as a key mediator in immune and inflammatory responses.^[10] Primarily localized in the secretory granules of mast cells, tryptase represents the most abundant prestored enzyme in these cells, comprising a major portion of their total protein content—estimated at up to 25% in human mast cells and particularly prominent in lung mast cells.^[11]^[6] Upon mast cell degranulation, tryptase is released in its mature form, where it exerts effects in the extracellular environment.^[12] Unlike typical monomeric trypsins, active tryptase exists as a heparin-stabilized tetramer composed of four subunits, each approximately 30-36 kDa, forming a structure with active sites oriented toward a central pore that protects it from endogenous inhibitors.^[12] This tetrameric assembly, with a molecular weight of about 134-140 kDa, is essential for its stability and enzymatic function at physiological pH, dissociating into inactive monomers in the absence of heparin.^[13]^[12] Evolutionarily, tryptase is part of the chymotrypsin-related serine protease gene family (clan PA, family S1), sharing the characteristic catalytic triad (His-Asp-Ser) and overall fold with other trypsin-like peptidases, but adapted for specialized roles in mast cell biology through gene clustering on chromosome 16p13.3.^[1] Its development likely involved divergence from ancestral membrane-anchored forms, such as those resembling prostasins, to yield soluble, granule-stored variants in mammals.^[1]

Historical Naming and Classification

Tryptase was initially discovered in the 1980s as a mast cell-specific protease, with its first purification and characterization from human lung tissue obtained at autopsy reported in 1981. This enzyme was identified as a trypsin-like serine protease abundant in mast cell granules, marking it as a key component of mast cell secretory activity.86066-3/fulltext) Early nomenclature reflected its tissue-specific expressions and functional similarities to trypsin, leading to alternative names such as mast cell tryptase, skin tryptase, lung tryptase, and pituitary tryptase.^[14] These designations highlighted variations observed in different human tissues, including higher activity in skin and lung extracts compared to other organs like pancreas or liver.^[15] Tryptase is classified within the tryptase subfamily of the S1 family of serine peptidases, with the systematic Enzyme Commission number EC 3.4.21.59 assigned in 1992.^[9] Its nomenclature evolved significantly in the 1990s through genetic studies that revealed multiple genes and cDNAs encoding distinct isoforms, shifting from broad terms like "trypsin-like enzyme" or "mast cell protease" to precise designations such as alpha-tryptase and beta-tryptase based on structural and functional differences.

Molecular Structure and Genetics

Protein Structure

Tryptase is a serine protease that assembles into a tetrameric quaternary structure, with each subunit approximately 30 kDa in size.^[16] Active β-tryptases typically assemble into homotetramers arranged in a square-like formation with their active sites facing inward toward a central pore. In individuals with hereditary α-tryptasemia, α/β heterotetramers consisting of two α- and two β-subunits can form naturally.^[17] This oligomeric assembly is stabilized by heparin, which binds along a positively charged groove on the tetramer surface, and by sodium and potassium ions that occupy specific coordination sites, preventing dissociation and maintaining enzymatic stability at physiological pH.^[18] Without these stabilizers, the tetramer can dissociate into inactive monomers.^[19] The active site of tryptase features a classic catalytic triad composed of histidine 57 (His57), aspartic acid 102 (Asp102), and serine 195 (Ser195), numbered according to chymotrypsinogen convention, which facilitates nucleophilic attack on peptide bonds.^[20] Adjacent to this triad, the substrate-binding pockets, particularly the S1 specificity pocket, are lined with negatively charged residues such as aspartate 189 (Asp189), enabling selective binding and cleavage after basic amino acids like arginine and lysine, consistent with its trypsin-like activity.^[16] Tryptase is synthesized as an inactive zymogen, pro-tryptase, which undergoes proteolytic cleavage at specific sites—typically after lysine or arginine residues in the pro-peptide—to generate the active enzyme.^[12] In the beta isoforms (β-tryptases), complete removal of the N-terminal pro-peptide allows tetramerization and heparin-dependent activity, whereas α-tryptase retains a portion of the pro-peptide, resulting in negligible enzymatic activity, heparin independence, and distinct stability properties.^[21] This activation process involves autocatalytic or exogenous protease-mediated steps, often facilitated by the acidic environment of mast cell granules.^[22] Tryptase activity is further modulated through allosteric regulation following the morpheein model, where equilibrium between oligomeric states—such as active tetramers and inactive monomers—influences catalytic efficiency.^[23] In this framework, the tetrameric form promotes activity by aligning active sites, while monomeric dissociation leads to autoinhibition, potentially through conformational changes that occlude the substrate-binding region or disrupt the catalytic triad orientation.^[19] Heparin and ionic stabilizers shift this equilibrium toward the active oligomeric state, exemplifying how quaternary structure dynamics control tryptase function.^[18]

Gene Family and Isoforms

The human tryptase genes form a cluster on chromosome 16p13.3, consisting of several paralogous loci that arose from gene duplications and conversions. This cluster includes TPSAB1, which encodes both α-tryptase and β-tryptase-1 (βI); TPSB2, encoding β-tryptase-2 (βII) and the βIII variant allele; TPSD1, encoding δ-tryptase; TPSG1, encoding γ-tryptase; and PRSS22, encoding ε-tryptase.^[24]^[25]^[26]^[7] These genes share high sequence similarity in their coding regions but exhibit distinct regulatory elements and expression patterns, contributing to isoform diversity.^[7] Tryptase isoforms differ in stability, enzymatic activity, and cellular localization, reflecting adaptations for specific physiological roles. α-Tryptases, derived from TPSAB1, are pro-forms that remain transient and exhibit low proteolytic activity due to incomplete activation and sensitivity to degradation; they serve primarily as markers for mast cell burden rather than active mediators.^[27] In contrast, β-tryptases from TPSAB1 and TPSB2 form stable tetramers with high catalytic efficiency, promoting pro-inflammatory responses through substrate cleavage.^[28] δ-Tryptase, encoded by TPSD1, is a truncated isoform with demonstrated proteolytic activity in recombinant forms, though it shows limited expression and may have intermediate functional roles.^[29] γ-Tryptase, encoded by TPSG1, is unique as a membrane-bound isoform featuring a transmembrane domain, enabling cell-surface retention and localized signaling in mast cells and possibly other tissues.^[27] ε-Tryptase (PRSS22) is expressed in airway epithelial cells rather than mast cells, with unclear functional roles.^[30] Expression of tryptase isoforms varies by mast cell subtype and tissue context. β-Isoforms predominate in connective tissue mast cells (MC_TC), which co-express chymase and reside in skin and submucosa, supporting robust inflammatory responses. α-Tryptases are more prominent in mucosal mast cells (MC_T), found in gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts, aligning with their transient nature and role in early immune surveillance.^[31] Genetic variations further modulate isoform production; for instance, increased germline copy number of TPSAB1 leads to hereditary α-tryptasemia, elevating baseline serum α-tryptase levels and associating with heightened anaphylaxis risk.^[32] In comparative genetics, mouse orthologs include Tpsab1 (encoding mMCP-7, α-like) and Tpsb2 (encoding mMCP-6, β-like), clustered on chromosome 17. Unlike human β-tryptases, mouse counterparts exhibit glycosylation differences, such as additional N-linked sites in mMCP-6, which enhance stability but alter substrate specificity and activity compared to human forms.^[33]^[34] These variations highlight evolutionary divergence in tryptase function across species.^[35]

Physiological Roles

Normal Function in Mast Cells

Tryptase is predominantly stored within the secretory granules of mast cells as the beta-isoform in a tetrameric complex bound to heparin-containing serglycin proteoglycans. This association stabilizes the enzyme structure at the acidic granule pH, preventing autolysis and ensuring enzymatic activity is maintained until release. The heparin-dependent processing pathway involves autocatalysis of protryptase followed by dipeptidyl peptidase I activation, enabling formation of the active, heparin-stabilized tetramer that constitutes up to 20% of total granule protein in human mast cells.^[36]^[37]^[38] Mast cell degranulation triggers tryptase release via IgE-mediated pathways, such as antigen-induced cross-linking of IgE bound to the high-affinity FcεRI receptor, or non-IgE-mediated stimuli like neuropeptide substance P acting on MRGPRX2 receptors. These mechanisms result in rapid exocytosis of granules, with over 90% of maximum tryptase release occurring within 15 minutes of activation. This swift kinetics allows tryptase to contribute promptly to local physiological responses.^[39]^[40]^[38] Under baseline conditions, tryptase exerts mitogenic effects on fibroblasts, stimulating their proliferation in a concentration-dependent manner and enhancing type I collagen synthesis to support tissue repair and extracellular matrix remodeling. It also modulates angiogenesis by activating protease-activated receptor 2 (PAR-2) on endothelial cells, promoting the expression of angiogenic chemokines such as CCL2 and CXCL8 to facilitate vascular homeostasis and wound healing.^[41]^[42]^[38] Tryptase expression is particularly abundant in mast cells residing in the skin, lung, and gastrointestinal tract, reflecting their roles in connective tissue and mucosal barrier maintenance. In healthy adults, circulating baseline serum tryptase levels typically range from 1 to 15 ng/mL, with medians around 5 ng/mL, indicating minimal constitutive release under normal conditions.^[1]^[43]^[44]

Involvement in Immune Responses

Tryptase, primarily released from mast cells during immune activation, plays a multifaceted role in modulating innate and adaptive immune responses, particularly in the context of inflammation and infection. Upon mast cell degranulation triggered by allergens or pathogens, tryptase acts as a serine protease that amplifies inflammatory cascades by processing complement components and neuropeptides, thereby enhancing the recruitment and activation of immune effectors. This involvement bridges immediate hypersensitivity reactions with sustained immune signaling, contributing to both protective and potentially dysregulated responses.^[45] In allergic inflammation, tryptase amplifies responses by cleaving complement proteins C3 and C5 to generate bioactive anaphylatoxins C3a and C5a, which potently activate mast cells and promote further degranulation and histamine release. These tryptase-derived anaphylatoxins exhibit enhanced activity compared to their native forms, sustaining vascular permeability and immune cell infiltration at sites of allergic challenge. Additionally, tryptase degrades neuropeptides such as vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP), a potent anti-inflammatory mediator that normally suppresses mast cell activation and promotes vasodilation; this degradation prolongs inflammatory signals by removing inhibitory checkpoints, allowing unchecked progression of hypersensitivity reactions.^[45]^[46]^[47] Tryptase also contributes to antimicrobial defense, though its effects can be paradoxical. In viral infections, tryptase facilitates influenza A virus entry by cleaving and activating the viral hemagglutinin protein, enabling membrane fusion and enhancing infectivity in respiratory epithelia—a process observed in both porcine and human models. Conversely, in parasitic infections, tryptase-6 (a murine homolog, mMCP-6) bridges innate and adaptive immunity against Trichinella spiralis by promoting eosinophil recruitment and activation in infected skeletal muscle, thereby limiting larval encystation and supporting long-term parasite clearance through Th2-skewed responses.^[48]^[49]^[50] Through modulation of immune cell trafficking, tryptase drives chemotaxis of eosinophils and neutrophils, key effectors in allergic and innate responses. It induces shape changes and migration in purified granulocytes via direct protease activity and by stimulating endothelial cells to produce chemokines like MCP-1, which further amplify recruitment to inflamed tissues. In adaptive immunity, tryptase promotes Th2 polarization by enhancing the release of cytokines such as IL-4 and IL-13 from mast cells and associated lymphocytes, fostering IgE production and eosinophil activation essential for anti-parasitic and allergic defenses.^[51]^[52] Despite its pro-inflammatory dominance, tryptase exhibits negative regulatory functions in chronic immune settings by degrading pro-inflammatory chemokines like eotaxin and RANTES, thereby abrogating their chemotactic activity and potentially dampening excessive eosinophil influx. This selective proteolysis, mediated by β-tryptase, helps resolve prolonged inflammation, highlighting tryptase's role as a bidirectional modulator that balances immune activation and termination.^[53]^[54]

Clinical Significance

Diagnostic Applications

Serum tryptase levels are measured using immunoassays that detect total tryptase (comprising α- and β-isoforms) or specifically mature β-tryptase, with the most commonly employed method being a noncompetitive two-site fluorescent enzyme immunoassay, such as the ImmunoCAP system.^[55] These assays quantify tryptase released from activated mast cells, providing a key biomarker for mast cell degranulation in clinical settings.^[56] For optimal diagnostic utility in acute events like anaphylaxis, serum samples should be collected 1-4 hours after symptom onset, ideally between 30 minutes and 2 hours, as tryptase levels peak at 1-2 hours and decline rapidly due to its short half-life of approximately 2 hours.^[55]^[57] A baseline sample is typically drawn 24 hours after resolution to establish the individual's normal level.^[55] Diagnostic thresholds for serum tryptase are well-established: an acute elevation exceeding 20 ng/mL, or more precisely an increase of at least 20% of the baseline value plus 2 ng/mL (the "20+2 rule"), supports mast cell activation, such as in anaphylaxis.^[58]^[59] Basal levels persistently above 20 ng/mL indicate systemic mastocytosis and warrant further evaluation, while levels between 2 and 20 ng/mL may suggest clonal mast cell disorders versus reactive conditions. However, elevations in this range are often due to hereditary alpha-tryptasemia (HαT), a common genetic trait involving increased TPSAB1 gene copies encoding alpha-tryptase, which is non-clonal and may predispose to more severe allergic reactions; genetic testing for TPSAB1 copy number is recommended in such cases, in addition to evaluation for clonal disorders like bone marrow biopsy.^[60]^[61]^[62]^[63] In differential diagnosis, elevated acute tryptase levels aid in confirming mast cell involvement in conditions like acute urticaria and Hymenoptera venom allergy, where basal elevations above 11.4 ng/mL signal increased risk of severe reactions—particularly in those with HαT.^[64]^[65] Conversely, tryptase often remains normal in food allergies or non-immunologic anaphylactoid reactions, which do not primarily involve mast cell degranulation, helping to distinguish these from IgE-mediated anaphylaxis.^[66]^[67] Limitations of tryptase measurement include its brevity in circulation, necessitating timely sampling, and lack of specificity, as elevations can occur in non-mast cell disorders such as chronic eosinophilic leukemia associated with FIP1L1-PDGFRA fusion, where levels are typically moderately raised but below 50 ng/mL.^[57]^[68]

Role in Diseases and Disorders

Tryptase serves as a critical mediator in anaphylaxis and allergic reactions, where its release from activated mast cells promotes systemic inflammation. It induces hypotension and bronchospasm by activating protease-activated receptor-2 (PAR-2) on endothelial and smooth muscle cells, leading to increased vascular permeability and airway constriction, often in synergy with histamine release from the same granules.^[69] In severe anaphylactic episodes, persistent elevation of serum tryptase levels beyond the acute phase reflects ongoing mast cell degranulation and correlates with delayed symptom resolution or biphasic reactions.^[38] In systemic mastocytosis, a clonal disorder characterized by abnormal mast cell proliferation, tryptase levels exceeding 200 ng/mL serve as a key indicator of high mast cell burden and extensive organ infiltration, fulfilling a B-finding in the World Health Organization (WHO) diagnostic criteria for advanced subtypes such as smoldering or aggressive systemic mastocytosis.^[70] These elevated levels reflect multifocal mast cell aggregates in bone marrow or extracutaneous tissues, contributing to organ dysfunction through chronic mediator release.^[71] Tryptase elevations are also prominent in certain hematologic malignancies with mast cell involvement. In acute myeloid leukemia (AML), particularly subtypes with inv(16), t(15;17), or t(8;21) translocations, serum tryptase is raised in 30-40% of cases due to expression by myeloblasts, serving as a prognostic marker where persistent post-chemotherapy levels predict relapse.^[72] Similarly, in chronic eosinophilic leukemia (CEL) harboring PDGFRA mutations like FIP1L1-PDGFRA fusion, tryptase is frequently elevated owing to associated neoplastic mast cell expansion, aiding in diagnosis and monitoring response to targeted therapies such as imatinib.^[72] Beyond these, tryptase drives pathological fibrosis in scleroderma by stimulating fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis via PAR-2-dependent pathways, exacerbating skin and organ stiffening.^[73] In migraine, tryptase released from meningeal mast cells sensitizes trigeminal nociceptors, amplifying neurogenic inflammation through interactions with neuropeptides like CGRP, thereby intensifying headache pain.^[74] Furthermore, in severe COVID-19, elevated tryptase from dysregulated mast cell activation correlates with disease progression, promoting vascular leakage, cytokine storms, and pulmonary complications.^[75]

Research and Future Directions

Current Studies

Recent research has highlighted tryptase's involvement in sustained mast cell activation contributing to post-viral syndromes. A 2023 study demonstrated that β-tryptase cleaves proteoglycan 4 (PRG4) in synovial joints, disrupting lubrication and exacerbating inflammation in osteoarthritis models, providing new insights into tryptase's contributions to degenerative joint diseases.^[76] Additionally, in a 2023 three-dimensional model of Alzheimer's disease, amyloid-beta peptides induced mast cell activation and degranulation, releasing tryptase and promoting neuroinflammatory responses, underscoring tryptase's potential role in neurodegenerative processes.^[77] Experimental models continue to elucidate tryptase's functions, with tryptase-deficient mice (lacking mouse mast cell protease-6, the ortholog of human β-tryptase) exhibiting reduced emphysema, airway remodeling, and inflammation in a short-term chronic obstructive pulmonary disease model induced by cigarette smoke, indicating tryptase's key role in protease-driven lung pathology.^[78] Humanized mouse models have been developed to study isoform-specific effects, such as engraftment of human mast cells expressing distinct tryptase isoforms to evaluate IgE-mediated anaphylaxis and allergic responses, revealing differences in activation thresholds and inflammatory outcomes compared to murine tryptases.^[79] These models have also been used to test anti-tryptase interventions, showing isoform-dependent modulation of acute allergic reactions.^[80] Despite progress, significant knowledge gaps persist in tryptase research. Data on tryptase's involvement in neuroinflammation, particularly links to Parkinson's disease progression via PAR-2 activation in the brain, are sparse and require further investigation beyond current mast cell activation models.^[81] Moreover, the need for isoform-specific assays is evident, as current methods often measure total tryptase without distinguishing active forms or subtypes, hindering precise clinical correlations.^[82] In 2025, studies have advanced understanding of tryptase measurement, including confirmation of very long-term stability in frozen serum samples for reliable assay use in research, and expanded applications of tryptase genotyping for screening, diagnosis, and management of mast cell disorders like systemic mastocytosis.^[83]^[7] Methodological advances include the development of activity-based probes for selective detection of active tryptase. A 2020 immunoassay incorporating an activity-based probe enables measurement of enzymatically active tryptase in biological fluids, distinguishing it from inactive forms and facilitating in vivo studies of release dynamics during allergic events.^[82] These probes, targeting serine protease catalytic sites, have been applied to profile secreted tryptases in inflammatory contexts, enhancing real-time imaging and quantification of tryptase activity in tissues.^[84]

Therapeutic Implications

Tryptase inhibitors represent a promising class of therapeutics for mast cell-mediated disorders, aiming to mitigate inflammation and allergic responses by blocking the enzyme's proteolytic activity. Synthetic compounds, such as APC366, act as selective inhibitors of mast cell tryptase with a Ki of 7.1 μM, demonstrating the ability to reduce allergen-induced acute airway responses and histamine release in preclinical pig models sensitized to Ascaris suum.^[85] Another synthetic inhibitor, avoralstat, a plasma kallikrein inhibitor with reported tryptase inhibitory activity, has shown safety in phase III clinical trials for hereditary angioedema (HAE), with potential to attenuate mast cell activation and bradykinin pathway effects.^[86] Natural inhibitors like bikunin, a Kunitz-type serine protease inhibitor, colocalize with tryptase in dermal mast cells and modulate its activity in allergic skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis and follicular eruptions, where bikunin-laden mast cells are significantly elevated compared to normal skin.^[87] Monoclonal antibodies targeting tryptase, such as the humanized IgG4 antibody 31A.v11, function as allosteric inhibitors by dissociating active β-tryptase tetramers into inactive monomers (IC50: 1.4–4.0 nM), reducing IgE-mediated anaphylaxis in humanized mouse models and airway tryptase levels by over 90% in cynomolgus monkeys, with potential applications in mastocytosis.^[88] Clinical trials of tryptase inhibitors have yielded mixed results. In a phase 2a trial (n=134) of the anti-tryptase antibody MTPS9579A for refractory asthma, the primary endpoint of time to first composite exacerbation was not met (hazard ratio 0.90; 95% CI: 0.55–1.47; p=0.6835), attributed to insufficient bronchial tryptase inhibition despite adequate nasal levels, suggesting higher dosing (e.g., 3800 mg IV every 4 weeks) may be needed.^[89] Conversely, avoralstat's phase III safety profile in HAE supports its exploration for bradykinin-mediated angioedema.^[86] Developing effective tryptase inhibitors faces significant challenges, including the enzyme's complex activation and regulation mechanisms, which complicate achieving isoform selectivity—particularly targeting active β-tryptase without affecting inactive α-tryptase.^[90] Delivery to mast cell granules requires inhibitors that penetrate lipid bilayers, while off-target effects on other serine proteases remain a concern, necessitating highly specific designs.^[91] Future prospects include computational modeling to identify β-tryptase-selective small molecules, such as 3-chloro-4-methylbenzimidamide, which exhibit over 10-fold selectivity and provide a foundation for treating inflammatory diseases.^[92]

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Dec 14, 2023 · Tryptase has proven to be a very useful and specific marker to demonstrate mast cell activation and degranulation.
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Aug 20, 2021 · If the basal tryptase level is ≥20.0 ng/ml, the likelihood of systemic mastocytosis is high, and a bone marrow biopsy is warranted. Normal or ...
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Severe food allergy reactions are associated with α-tryptase - PMC
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Myeloid/Lymphoid Neoplasms with Eosinophilia and Platelet ... - NCBI
Oct 16, 2022 · While tryptase levels are often elevated in FIP1L1-PDGFRA+ patients, the elevation is moderate (usually <50 ng/mL) in contrast to systemic ...
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Mechanisms Governing Anaphylaxis: Inflammatory Cells, Mediators ...
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Review and Updates on Systemic Mastocytosis and Related Entities
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The serum tryptase test: an emerging robust biomarker in clinical ...
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Mast cells in the pathogenesis of fibrosis
An excellent experimental publication that implicates mast cells and, specifically, tryptase in fibrotic processes by immunohistology and cell culture studies.
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Roles of mast cells and their interactions with the trigeminal nerve in ...
Jun 2, 2023 · Taken together, neurogenic inflammation is a multifaceted process consisting of MCs, sensory nerves, and blood vessels with likely implications ...
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Mast Cell Tryptase and Implications for SARS-CoV-2 Pathogenesis
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Development of a specific immunoassay to selectively measure ...
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Tryptase β regulation of joint lubrication and inflammation via ...
Apr 6, 2023 · Here, we show that tryptase β degrades recombinant human PRG4 resulting in a loss of lubrication. Secreted PRG4 interacts with TLRs on the cell ...
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Amyloid Beta Peptides Lead to Mast Cell Activation in a Novel 3D ...
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Humanized mouse model of mast cell-mediated passive cutaneous ...
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Functional Proteomic Profiling of Secreted Serine Proteases in ...
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The tryptase inhibitor APC-366 reduces the acute airway ... - PubMed
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Small molecule tryptase inhibitor for treatment of severe allergic ...
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Quantitative analysis of bikunin-laden mast cells in follicular ...
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Airway tryptase levels inform the lack of clinical efficacy of ... - PubMed
Sep 9, 2024 · Background: Tryptase, a mast cell protease, has been identified as a potential therapeutic target in managing patients with refractory asthma.
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Identification of Potential Tryptase Inhibitors from FDA-Approved ...
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[PDF] Mast cell proteases as pharmacological targets - eScholarship
These challenges include identifying a tryptase-selective inhibitor that penetrates mast cell plasma and secretory granule lipid bilayers, passes into the ...
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