A secreted matrix metalloproteinase which is highly expressed by MACROPHAGES where it may play a role in INFLAMMATION and WOUND HEALING.

Synonyms: Macrophage Metalloelastase, MMP 12 Metalloproteinase, Metalloelastase, Macrophage-Specific, MMP12 Metalloproteinase, Metalloproteinase Elastase, EC 3.4.24.65, Metalloproteinase 12, Matrix, Elastase, Metalloproteinase, Matrix Metalloproteinase 12, Metalloproteinase, MMP12, Macrophage Specific Metalloelastase, MMP-12 Metalloproteinase, Metalloelastase, Macrophage, Macrophage-Specific Metalloelastase, Metalloproteinase, MMP-12