Anti-Seryl-tRNA synthetase/SERS antibody [EPR10684(B)]

Supplementary info

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Activity summary

The Seryl-tRNA synthetase also known as SERS is an enzyme responsible for catalyzing the attachment of serine to its corresponding tRNA molecule a process known as aminoacylation. SERS with a molecular mass of approximately 55 kDa finds its expression in various tissues and cell types where it plays a role in protein synthesis. It operates by ensuring that genetic information is translated accurately from nucleic acid sequences to protein sequences important in maintaining the fidelity of protein biosynthesis.

Biological function summary

Through its function of aminoacylating serine to tRNA SERS contributes to the synthesis of proteins by enabling the incorporation of serine residues into polypeptides. SERS does not act alone; instead it operates as a part of the multi-tRNA synthetase complex enhancing its enzymatic efficiency and aiding in the coordination of protein synthesis. Beyond catalysis SERS also participates in cellular response to stress and has non-canonical roles that extend its function beyond tRNA charging.

Pathways

The role of SERS in translation aligns it with pathways involving protein synthesis and amino acid metabolism. One such pathway is the mTOR signaling pathway which SERS influences indirectly through its role in the availability of serine-loaded tRNAs for protein synthesis. Additionally SERS is linked to serine biosynthesis pathways interconnected with proteins like PHGDH which catalyzes the first step in the serine biosynthesis from 3-phosphoglycerate.

Associated diseases and disorders

The malfunction or aberrant expression of SERS associates with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease a neuropathy affecting peripheral nerves. Mutations in SERS can disrupt normal nerve function leading to symptoms associated with this disorder. Furthermore SERS links to cancerous processes as its non-canonical functions may influence tumor progression. In cancer SERS interacts with proteins such as oncogenes or tumor suppressors affecting cellular proliferation and survival.