Recombinant Human PECI/ECI2 protein (His tag N-Terminus)

Supplementary information

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Biological function summary

PECI contributes to the metabolism of fatty acids by ensuring effective breakdown of unsaturated fatty acids in peroxisomes. The enzyme participates as a solitary player and not part of a larger protein complex. By converting cis-double bonds to the trans configuration PECI aids in stabilizing the substrate for further catabolic processing. This facilitated breakdown is critical for energy production especially during fasting when fatty acids become a significant energy source.

Pathways

PECI's mechanical function integrates into the larger pathway of fatty acid metabolism especially the peroxisomal beta-oxidation pathway. This pathway teams with enzymes such as acyl-CoA oxidase and multifunctional enzyme protein to facilitate complete fatty acid degradation. PECI's transformation of unsaturated fatty acids ensures these substrates enter the pathway's main cycle aiding in continued lipid metabolism and maintaining cellular energy balance.