Abcam, ab114563, Recombinant Human G-6-Pase protein

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human G-6-Pase protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 1 to 357 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ, suitable for SDS-PAGE, ELISA, WB.
Key facts
Expression system:Wheat germ,
Tags:GST tag N-Terminus,
Applications:SDS-PAGE, ELISA, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:P35575,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.3% Glutathione

Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--80°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--80°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.
G-6-Pase also known as glucose-6-phosphatase is an enzyme with a significant role in glucose metabolism. It has a molecular mass of approximately 36 kDa. The enzyme is primarily expressed in the liver and kidneys where it catalyzes the hydrolysis of glucose-6-phosphate into glucose and inorganic phosphate. This reaction is important in the final steps of gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis processes essential for maintaining blood sugar levels. G-6-Pase is sometimes referred to as the catalytic subunit of the glucose-6-phosphatase complex and is integral for energy homeostasis.
Biological function summary
The enzyme is fundamental in regulating endogenous glucose production. Apart from its standalone activity G-6-Pase works in conjunction with other proteins as part of a larger glucose-6-phosphatase complex located in the endoplasmic reticulum membrane. It interacts with glucose-6-phosphate transporter proteins to efficiently manage glucose output. This complex interplay is important for meeting the organism's energy needs especially during fasted states when glucose supply from dietary intake is low.
Pathways
G-6-Pase plays a major role in gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis. In gluconeogenesis it helps generate glucose from non-carbohydrate substrates important for energy balance during fasting or exercise. In glycogenolysis it aids in breaking down glycogen into glucose ensuring a constant energy supply. Within these pathways G-6-Pase associates with proteins like glycogen synthase and PEP carboxykinase which coordinate to regulate glucose homeostasis and energy production.
G-6-Pase is tightly linked to glycogen storage disease type I (GSD I) also known as von Gierke disease. This disorder results from a deficiency or dysfunction of the enzyme leading to impaired glucose release and severe hypoglycemia. Additionally misregulation of G-6-Pase activity is implicated in the development of type 2 diabetes where it affects insulin sensitivity and glucose output in the liver. G-6-Pase’s interaction with insulin receptor substrates highlights its connection to these metabolic diseases influencing their progression and severity.