Cystatin A

Synonyms

Epidermal SH Protease Inhibitor

Epidermal SH-Protease Inhibitor

Stefin A

A cytastin subtype found at high levels in the SKIN and in BLOOD CELLS. Cystatin A incorporates into the cornified cell envelope of stratified squamous epithelial cells and may play a role in bacteriostatic properties of skin.