EC 3.5.3.15

Uses

Peptidyl arginine deiminase has been used in a study that assessed promising novel biomarkers for the early diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. It has also been used in a study to investigate the autopathogenic correlation of periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis.

General Description

Peptidyl arginine deiminase is the enzyme that converts arginine into citrulline.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Calcium is required for peptidylarginine deiminase activity in vitro.