TMPRSS2

transmembrane protease, serine 2

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secreted serine protease that is highly expressed in the prostate and in prostate cancer in an androgen-dependent way [Pubmed]; induces proteolytic activity, activates trigeminal neurons, and produces marked mechanical hyperalgesia when administered into the hind paw of wild-type mice. Its expression is directly correlated with cancer pain severity in cancer patients [Pubmed]

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