CST6

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Description

The CST6 (cystatin E/M) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 11.

CST6 can refer to:

CST6 acts as a high-affinity inhibitor for the enzymes cathepsin L, cathepsin L2 (also known as cathepsin V), and legumain. This inhibition plays a crucial role in regulating epidermal cornification and maintaining hair follicle morphology and development.

CST6 is also known as ECTD15.

Associated Diseases

• Ectodermal dysplasia 15, Hypohidrotic/hair type