{"product_id":"abcam-ab96767","title":"Abcam, ab96767, Recombinant Human GALE protein","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg\u003cbr\u003e\nRecombinant Human GALE protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 1 to 348 aa range, expressed in Escherichia coli, with \u0026gt;95%, suitable for SDS-PAGE, Mass Spec.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nPurity:\u0026gt;95% SDS-PAGE,\u003cbr\u003e\nExpression system:Escherichia coli,\u003cbr\u003e\nTags:His tag N-Terminus,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:SDS-PAGE, Mass SpecSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nBiologically active:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nAccession:Q14376,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnimal free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nStorage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 10% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.58% Sodium chloride, 0.316% Tris HCl, 0.077% (R*,R*)-1,4-Dimercaptobutan-2,3-diol, 0.0292% EDTA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--20°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze \/ thaw cycle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\n'GALE' also known as UDP-galactose-4-epimerase is an enzyme that plays a critical role in carbohydrate metabolism. It weighs approximately 38 kDa and is expressed in various tissues across the body. This enzyme is responsible for the interconversion of UDP-galactose and UDP-glucose essential in the Leloir pathway of galactose metabolism. GALE's activity is necessary for maintaining balanced sugar levels and genetic mutations in this protein can lead to significant metabolic issues.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nUDP-galactose-4-epimerase facilitates the conversion of galactose-1-phosphate to UDP-galactose a reaction occurring in the utilization of galactose obtained from diet. This enzyme is not part of a larger protein complex but operates independently to mediate the transformation of sugars. Its activity helps in the synthesis of glycoproteins and glycolipids which are fundamental to various cellular functions including cell signaling and adhesion.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nGALE is an important component in the galactose metabolism pathway. It ensures the proper function of carbohydrate interconversion processes important for energy production and biomolecule synthesis. GALE interrelates with other enzymes like GALT (galactose-1-phosphate uridyltransferase) and GALK1 (galactokinase 1) which together facilitate the orderly breakdown and use of galactose in cells. Disruption in its function can affect these interconnected pathways leading to metabolic imbalances.\u003cbr\u003e\nDeficiencies or mutations in GALE lead to type III galactosemia which is characterized by the body's inability to properly manage galactose. This genetic disorder can cause symptoms such as jaundice cataracts and developmental delays. GALE's relationship with GALT another enzyme implicated in classic galactosemia (type I) highlights an interconnected network where disruptions in similar pathways can result in metabolic dysfunctions. Careful monitoring of these enzymes is necessary in managing and understanding the metabolic disorders tied to galactose metabolism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844024488105,"sku":"ab96767","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/ar\/products\/abcam-ab96767","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}