Biological Target
Carbonic Anhydrase II
Biological Target
Carbonic Anhydrase II Description
Carbonic anhydrase II (CAII) is a monomeric zinc metalloenzyme that rapidly catalyzes the reversible hydration of carbon dioxide to form bicarbonate and protons. This enzyme is highly expressed in various tissues, including red blood cells, kidneys, gastric mucosa, and the central nervous system. CAII plays a critical role in acid-base balance, respiration, and fluid homeostasis, facilitating rapid CO2 transport and pH regulation across cell membranes.
Medications Targeting Carbonic Anhydrase II
No approved therapeutics or investigational compounds are currently cataloged for this target in our database.