Abcam, ab301135, Human PCK1 knockout A549 cell line

Size: 1000000Cells / vial / 2 x 1000000Cells / vial
PCK1 KO cell line available to order. KO validated by Next Generation Sequencing, Western blot. Free of charge wild type control available. Knockout. 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:Next Generation Sequencing,Western blot,
Mutation description:Knockout,
Disease:Carcinoma

Product details:
Although we aim to provide customers with a homozygous clone, feasibility will be dependent on the biology of the protein. Should only heterozygous edits be achieved, you will be notified of the outcome and be asked to confirm whether the cell line is acceptable. All clones will be accompanied with DNA sequencing data, and the mutation description.
We will provide viable cells that proliferate on revival.
This product is subject to limited use licenses from The Broad Institute and ERS Genomics Limited, and is developed with patented technology. For full details of the limited use licenses and relevant patents please refer to our
limited use license
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Properties and Storage Information:
Gene name-PCK1, Gene editing type-Knockout, Gene editing method-CRISPR technology, Knockout validation-Next Generation Sequencing, Western blot, 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.
The protein PCK1 also known as phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase PEPC or PEPCK plays an important role in gluconeogenesis by converting oxaloacetate to phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP). It has a molecular mass of around 69 kDa. PCK1 is primarily expressed in the liver kidney and adipose tissues. Through its enzymatic activity PCK1 helps to regulate blood glucose levels allowing for the production of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources.
Biological function summary
PCK1 is essential for maintaining glucose homeostasis in the body. Although not part of a larger protein complex its function directly impacts the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle by providing substrates for glucose synthesis. By orchestrating the conversion of oxaloacetate to PEP PCK1 contributes significantly to reducing dependency on dietary carbohydrates particularly during fasting or intensive physical activity.
Pathways
PCK1 integrates critical metabolic processes. It mainly influences the gluconeogenesis and glycolysis pathways. In the gluconeogenesis pathway PCK1 coordinates with enzymes such as glucose-6-phosphatase to facilitate the generation of glucose from lactate and amino acids. Additionally its role in glycolysis intersects with enzymes like pyruvate kinase managing energy production and consumption.
PCK1 links to conditions such as diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome. Altered expression or function of PCK1 can lead to disturbances in glucose metabolism. In diabetes dysregulation of PCK1 expression can contribute to hyperglycemia. Additionally PCK1 and its interaction with insulin signaling pathways is critical as insulin resistance is an important feature of metabolic syndrome. Understanding these connections offers potential avenues for therapeutic intervention in metabolic diseases.