Anti-PPT1/PPT antibody

Supplementary information

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Biological function summary

PPT1 contributes to the turnover and stability of proteins by mediating their de-palmitoylation an important step in maintaining appropriate protein function and cellular homeostasis. This enzyme assists in the recycling and degradation process by facilitating the catabolism of proteins through the lysosomal pathway. PPT1 does not function as part of a larger complex but operates individually to execute the removal of palmitate which impacts a diverse range of substrates vital for controlling cellular mechanisms such as synaptic function.

Pathways

PPT1 is heavily involved in the protein degradation pathway within lysosomes. This pathway is important for the autophagic degradation process which directly associates with cellular waste management and the recycling of cellular components. PPT1's function is also connected to protein stability because improper palmitoylation can disrupt protein location and function. The enzyme shows functional interaction with proteins like CLN2 which also participates in lysosomal degradation processes and they share involvement in neuronal homeostasis.