Anti-NCOA4 antibody [439CT10.1.2]

Supplementary info

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Activity summary

The nuclear receptor coactivator 4 (NCOA4) also previously known as androgen receptor-associated protein 70 (ARA70) plays a critical role in cellular activities. It engages with nuclear receptors to enhance transcriptional activities. The molecular weight of NCOA4 is approximately 70 kDa. Scientists have observed its expression in various tissues including prostate and thyroid indicating its diverse functional capacity.

Biological function summary

NCOA4 modulates cellular iron homeostasis which is essential for cell survival and proliferation. It accomplishes this by mediating the autophagic degradation of ferritin a protein that stores iron through ferritinophagy. As part of the ferritinophagy complex NCOA4 works alongside other autophagic machinery to regulate iron bioavailability and mitigate oxidative stress maintaining cellular health and function.

Pathways

NCOA4 significantly influences the iron metabolism pathway an important component in maintaining iron balance within cells. The interaction with proteins such as ferritin highlights its role in facilitating iron release and utilization. Furthermore NCOA4 intersects with the autophagy pathway where it coordinates with autophagic proteins like LC3 to ensure proper iron recycling emphasizing its integration in cellular nutrient management.

Associated diseases and disorders

Dysregulation of NCOA4 has links to neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease where iron dysmetabolism plays a part in neuronal damage. Aberrant NCOA4 activity also relates to certain cancers as iron levels influence tumor growth. In these contexts NCOA4's interaction with proteins like p62 an important autophagy adaptor becomes critical highlighting its influence in disease progression and potential as a therapeutic target.