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    GlossarySerine Protease Inhibitor

    blocks enzymes that cut proteins at specific sites

    A Serine Protease Inhibitor, often abbreviated as Serpin, is a type of protein that blocks the activity of serine proteases, which are enzymes that cut other proteins at specific sites. By inhibiting these enzymes, serpins play a crucial role in regulating various biological processes, including inflammation, blood clotting, and tissue remodeling.

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