Abcam, ab70413, Anti-OXCT1/SCOT antibody

Size: 50µg
Mouse Polyclonal OXCT1/SCOT antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human OXCT1.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human OXCT1.P55809

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
OXCT1 also known as SCOT (succinyl-CoA:3-ketoacid CoA transferase) is an enzyme that transfers CoA groups from succinyl-CoA to acetoacetate facilitating ketone body metabolism. This enzyme has a molecular mass of approximately 56 kDa. It is expressed widely in tissues with high metabolic activity including heart kidney and skeletal muscle where energy demands are significant. There OXCT1 aids in the efficient utilization of energy resources during processes like fasting and high-intensity exercise.
Biological function summary
OXCT1 functions as an important enzyme in ketolysis which is the breakdown of ketone bodies for energy production. It does not operate within a large complex but interacts closely with other enzymes involved in similar metabolic processes. OXCT1 ensures that tissues efficiently convert ketone bodies like acetoacetate and beta-hydroxybutyrate into acetyl-CoA which then feeds into the citric acid cycle to fulfill energy requirements especially when carbohydrates are sparse.
Pathways
OXCT1 is an important component of the ketone body metabolism pathway linking it to energy homeostasis and ketogenesis. It directly interacts with enzymes like acetoacetyl-CoA thiolase and beta-hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase. Through these associations it integrates into larger metabolic pathways such as the citric acid cycle which is essential for energy production under conditions when lipids become a primary source for energy generation.
OXCT1 is implicated in conditions like ketosis-prone type 2 diabetes and mitochondrial diseases. Alterations in the enzyme's function can disrupt energy homeostasis leading to an excess of ketone bodies in the blood known as ketoacidosis particularly in diabetic patients. Additionally mutations or deficiencies in OXCT1 can be associated with disorders of mitochondrial energy metabolism with potential interactions involving proteins like pyruvate dehydrogenase and other components of the respiratory chain contributing to disease pathogenesis.