{"product_id":"abcam-ab87631","title":"Abcam, ab87631, Recombinant human Peroxiredoxin 6 protein","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg \/ 500µg\u003cbr\u003e\nRecombinant human Peroxiredoxin 6 protein is a Human Full Length protein, expressed in Escherichia coli, with \u0026gt;95%, suitable for SDS-PAGE, WB, FuncS.\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:WB, FuncS, SDS-PAGESee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nBiologically active:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological activity:Specific activity: approximately 95-120 pmole\/min\/μg. Enzymatic activity was confirmed by measuring the remaining peroxide after incubation of PRDX6 and peroxide for 20 min at room temperature. Specific activity is defined as the amount of hydroperoxide that 1ug of enzyme can reduce at 25 C for 1 minute Specific activity: approximately 95-120 pmole\/min\/μg. Enzymatic activity was confirmed by measuring the remaining peroxide after incubation of PRDX6 and peroxide for 20 min at room temperature. Specific activity is defined as the amount of hydroperoxide that 1ug of enzyme can reduce at 25 C for 1 minute.,\u003cbr\u003e\nAccession:P30041,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnimal free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nStorage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 20% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.316% Tris HCl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped 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\nPeroxiredoxin 6 also known as Prdx6 or peroxiredoxin-6 is a unique member of the peroxiredoxin family. It distinguishes itself by possessing both peroxidase and phospholipase A2 activities. This protein weighs approximately 25 kDa and is ubiquitously expressed in various tissues showing a high concentration in the lung. The expression pattern suggests its importance across different physiological contexts.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nWe can understand peroxiredoxin 6 as a versatile enzyme that reduces hydrogen peroxide and organic hydroperoxides. It does not form a complex like some other peroxiredoxins. Instead it acts independently in cellular protection against oxidative stress. This role is mainly due to its peroxidase activity which helps in maintaining cellular redox balance and mitigating oxidative damage.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nMultiple cellular processes incorporate the enzymatic functions of peroxiredoxin 6. It plays an important role in the antioxidant defense pathway by collaborating with glutathione peroxidase to detoxify hydrogen peroxide. Another major pathway that involves Prdx6 is the phospholipid metabolism where it participates in the repair of oxidatively damaged cell membranes. This protein interacts with cytoplasmic thioredoxin proteins forming a network for managing intracellular reactive oxygen species.\u003cbr\u003e\nPeroxiredoxin 6 has significant implications. Researchers have linked it to lung cancer where its expression levels correlate with disease progression possibly interacting with oncogenic proteins like NF-kB. In addition peroxiredoxin 6 is associated with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. Its function in oxidative stress regulation might influence the aggregation of proteins like Tau which is a hallmark of Alzheimer's pathology.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843827519657,"sku":"ab87631","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab87631","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}