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Which of the following protease is known for its role in antigen degradation?

Which of the following protease is known for its role in antigen degradation? Correct Answer Cathepsin S

Cathepsin S is a lysosomal protease which plays a major role in antigen degradation. It is mainly known for its function in the vacuole pathway. It involves degradation of the proteins associated with antigens which may be unnecessary for further functions in order to carry out the presentation of MHC II molecules.

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