A cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterase subfamily that is highly specific for CYCLIC AMP. Several isoforms of the enzyme type exist, each with its own tissue localization. The isoforms are encoded by at least two genes and are a product of multiple alternative splicing of their mRNAs.

Synonyms: Phosphodiesterase 7 EC 3.1.4.17 Cyclic Nucleotide Phosphodiesterase PDE7 Family Cyclic Nucleotide Phosphodiesterases, Type 7 cAMP Phosphodiesterase-7 PDE7 Phosphodiesterases Phosphodiesterase-7 Cyclic Nucleotide Phosphodiesterases, Type 7B Cyclic Nucleotide Phosphodiesterases, Type 7A cAMP Phosphodiesterase 7