{"product_id":"abcam-ab237686","title":"Abcam, ab237686, Anti-PEAMT antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg \/ 100µL\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Polyclonal PEAMT antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC\/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PEMT aa 1-50.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Polyclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:ICC\/IF, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PEMT aa 1-50. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9UBM1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein G, Purification notes-Purity greater than 95%., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.03% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nPEAMT or phosphoethanolamine N-methyltransferase is an enzyme involved in phospholipid biosynthesis. This protein sometimes referred to as PEMT facilitates the conversion of phosphoethanolamine to phosphocholine donating methyl groups during the reaction. PEAMT has a molecular mass around 23 kDa. Expression of PEAMT primarily occurs in tissues with high phospholipid turnover such as the liver.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nPhosphoethanolamine N-methyltransferase plays a significant role in the biosynthesis of phosphatidylcholine a critical phospholipid component of cell membranes. PEAMT operates as a part of methylation processes converting phosphoethanolamine into phosphocholine through a multi-step enzymatic pathway. It does not belong to a larger protein complex but acts independently to ensure adequate phosphocholine supply which is vital for maintaining membrane integrity and function.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nPEAMT is an important participant in the CDP-choline pathway also known as the Kennedy pathway. This biological route is essential for phosphatidylcholine synthesis joining the efforts of enzymes such as choline kinase and CPT1. PEAMT's enzymatic activity ensures a steady supply of phosphocholine which ultimately integrates into phosphatidylcholine to maintain membrane structure. Its role closely connects to methylation pathways tying it with proteins involved in one-carbon metabolism.\u003cbr\u003e\nPEAMT's activity shows a connection to liver diseases and metabolic disorders. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) often shows altered levels of phosphatidylcholine where PEAMT's altered function plays a part in its pathogenesis. Additionally metabolic syndrome shows correlation with altered phosphatidylcholine synthesis pathways where PEAMT can influence lipid profiles. Links between PEAMT and S-adenosylmethionine another key methyl donor highlight the enzyme’s impact on disorders involving methylation imbalance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854123749545,"sku":"ab237686","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab237686","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}