Recombinant Human G-6-Pase protein (GST tag N-Terminus)

Supplementary information

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Biological function summary

The enzyme is fundamental in regulating endogenous glucose production. Apart from its standalone activity G-6-Pase works in conjunction with other proteins as part of a larger glucose-6-phosphatase complex located in the endoplasmic reticulum membrane. It interacts with glucose-6-phosphate transporter proteins to efficiently manage glucose output. This complex interplay is important for meeting the organism's energy needs especially during fasted states when glucose supply from dietary intake is low.

Pathways

G-6-Pase plays a major role in gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis. In gluconeogenesis it helps generate glucose from non-carbohydrate substrates important for energy balance during fasting or exercise. In glycogenolysis it aids in breaking down glycogen into glucose ensuring a constant energy supply. Within these pathways G-6-Pase associates with proteins like glycogen synthase and PEP carboxykinase which coordinate to regulate glucose homeostasis and energy production.