Abcam, ab158959, Recombinant Human NDUFA1 protein

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human NDUFA1 protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 24 to 70 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ, suitable for ELISA, WB.
Key facts
Expression system:Wheat germ,
Tags:GST tag N-Terminus,
Applications:WB, ELISASee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:O15239,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.31% 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.
NDUFA1 also called NADH dehydrogenase [ubiquinone] 1 alpha subcomplex subunit 1 is a critical component of the mitochondrial respiratory chain. It has an approximate molecular mass of 5.5 kDa and resides within the inner mitochondrial membrane. This protein is part of the larger NADH:ubiquinone oxidoreductase also known as Complex I which is present across various tissues where energy production is essential. NDUFA1 aids the proper function of Complex I to facilitate electron transfer during cellular respiration.
Biological function summary
NDUFA1 plays an integral role in the electron transfer process by linking with other subunits to form the Complex I assembly. It is important for the initial step of the electron transport chain where it helps in transferring electrons from NADH to ubiquitin. This step is important as it contributes to the generation of a proton gradient across the mitochondrial membrane which is necessary for ATP synthesis. Part of the mitochondrial enzymatic pathway NDUFA1 works in concert with other enzyme complexes to maintain cellular energy balance.
Pathways
NDUFA1 engages primarily in the oxidative phosphorylation pathway which is pivotal for ATP production in cells. This pathway connects NDUFA1 with other complexes such as Complex II Complex III and Complex IV ensuring comprehensive electron flow and proton gradient creation. In addition NDUFA1 is involved in the mitochondrial electron transport chain linking with proteins such as cytochrome c for maintaining energy metabolism and cellular respiration.
Mutations or dysfunctions in NDUFA1 relate to mitochondrial disorders like Leigh syndrome which affect energy-dependent tissues such as the brain and muscles. Such mutations lead to impaired electron transfer therefore causing energy deficits. NDUFA1 mutations can also contribute to cardiac and neurological disorders due to disrupted ATP synthesis. Within these diseases NDUFA1 interacts with other defective proteins of the mitochondrial respiratory chain exacerbating metabolic irregularities and contributing to disease pathogenesis.