PRKAA1 gene encodes the catalytic α-subunit of 5′ AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) that belongs to ser/thr protein kinase family and is localized both in the cytoplasm and in the nucleus. AMPK is a heterotrimeric complex consists of a catalytic α subunit and regulatory β and γ subunits.
Immunogen
Synthetic peptide directed towards the N terminal region of human PRKAA1
Application
Anti-PRKAA1 antibody produced in rabbit is suitable for western blotting at a concentration of 1μg/mL.
Biochem/physiol Actions
AMPK is a cellular energy sensor present in all eukaryotic cells. It is stimulated by high AMP and low ATP concentration and regulates the activities of a number of key metabolic enzymes through allosteric mechanism. Increasing concentrations of AMP during the energy shortage stimulates phosphorylation by an upstream protein kinase and inhibits dephosphorylation, resulting in activation of catabolic pathways and switching off of ATP-consuming biosynthetic pathways. PRKAA1 also facilitates the autophagy-mediated damaged mitochondria clearance for erythrocyte maturation and homeostasis. Additionally, AMPK phosphorylates TSC2 to protect cells from energy deprivation-induced apoptosis and regulates cell growth and survival.
Sequence
Synthetic peptide located within the following region: GELFDYICKNGRKSDVPGVVKTGSTKELDEKESRRLFQQILSGVDYCHRH
Physical form
Purified antibody supplied in 1x PBS buffer with 0.09% (w/v) sodium azide and 2% sucrose.
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Journal of clinical pathology, 67(9), 758-763 (2014-06-05)
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