Serpin B6 (SERPINB6)

May be involved in the regulation of serine proteinases present in the brain or extravasated from the bloodstream (By similarity). Inhibitor of cathepsin G, kallikrein-8 and thrombin.

May play an essential role in the inner ear in the defense against leakage of lysosomal content through stress and loss of this protection leads to cell death and sensorineural hearing loss. .