Abcam, ab266915, Human TMEM64 (TMM64) knockout A549 cell line

Size: 2 x 1000000Cells / vial / 1000000Cells / vial
TMEM64 KO cell line available to order. KO validated by. Free of charge wild type control available. Knockout achieved by using CRISPR/Cas9, 1 bp deletion in exon 1 and 2 bp deletion in exon 1. To order both knockout and wild-type control cells: select 2 x 1000000Cells/vial. To order only knockout cells: select 1000000Cells/vial.
Key facts
Cell type:A549,
Species or organism:Human,
Tissue:Lung,
Form:LiquidSee storage information,
Knockout validation:Sanger Sequencing,
Mutation description:Knockout achieved by using CRISPR/Cas9, 1 bp deletion in exon 1 and 2 bp deletion in exon 1,
Disease:Carcinoma

Product details:
We will provide viable cells that proliferate on revival.
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Properties and Storage Information:
Gene name-TMEM64, Gene editing type-Knockout, Gene editing method-CRISPR technology, Knockout validation-Sanger Sequencing, Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--196°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--196°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
TMM64 also known as Transmembrane Protein 64 is a protein that interacts with various cellular mechanisms. It has a molecular weight of approximately 64 kDa. This protein localizes within both the cytoplasmic and membrane regions in several cell types. Most notably it shows higher expression in adipose tissues and certain layers of the skin indicating its role in specific physiological processes related to these tissues.
Biological function summary
TMM64 interacts with molecular complexes that regulate lipid metabolism and energy homeostasis. Within cells this protein contributes to the regulation of cellular energy status by modulating interactions between lipid droplets and mitochondria. It influences lipid storage and usage by affecting enzymes involved in lipid biosynthesis pathways. This suggests its involvement in energy balance and metabolic processes.
Pathways
TMM64 has significant roles in the lipid metabolism and insulin signaling pathways. Within these pathways it acts in conjunction with proteins such as AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs). In the lipid metabolism pathway TMM64 modulates the response to metabolic signals assisting in the adaptation of lipid storage and mobilization. It influences how cells react to insulin signals affecting glucose uptake and storage as lipids.
TMM64 appears significant in conditions like obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Dysregulation of TMM64 expression or function correlates with increased lipid accumulation and impaired insulin action. This association relates TMM64 to insulin receptor substrate 1 (IRS1) and its role in insulin sensitivity. By influencing pathways critical to lipid and glucose homeostasis alterations in TMM64 may contribute to the development and progression of metabolic diseases.