Anti-PDE7A/HCP1 antibody [EPR7731] - BSA and Azide free

Supplementary info

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Activity summary

PDE7A also known as HCP1 is a phosphodiesterase enzyme responsible for breaking down cAMP an important signaling molecule in cells. This protein has a molecular weight of approximately 52 kDa. PDE7A is expressed in various tissues including muscles and immune cells. It plays a role in regulating cellular levels of cAMP which affects various physiological processes. HCP1 and HCP1 protein are common alternate labels used to refer to PDE7A.

Biological function summary

PDE7A influences immune response and muscle functions through its enzymatic activity on cAMP. The protein does not function alone but participates within larger protein complexes that modulate cAMP signaling. Its activity can affect immune cell activation offering an important checkpoint in the immune system. Additionally PDE7A's interaction with muscle cells highlights its role in controlling muscle contraction and energy metabolism.

Pathways

PDE7A has significant roles emphasizing the cAMP and immune signaling pathways. It helps control the levels of cAMP which is important for signal transduction. PDE7A interacts with proteins like PKA (Protein Kinase A) that rely on cAMP as a secondary messenger. Through this pathway PDE7A contributes to regulating processes such as inflammatory responses and metabolic pathways interlinking with other proteins like CREB which influences gene expression.

Associated diseases and disorders

PDE7A's role connects it to conditions such as inflammatory diseases and certain muscular disorders. Abnormal PDE7A function can lead to dysregulation in inflammation implicating it in diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. In the context of muscular disorders PDE7A levels affect muscle function and are related to conditions such as muscle dystrophy. It shares connections with TNF-alpha a protein involved in inflammation and immune system regulation further linking PDE7A to these disorders.