Recombinant Human UCP1 protein is a Human Fragment protein, in the 232 to 267 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ and suitable for SDS-PAGE, ELISA, WB.
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Key facts
- Expression system
Wheat germ
- Tags
Tag free
- Applications
SDS-PAGE, ELISA, WB
- Biologically active
No
Amino acid sequence
P V D V V K T R F I N S P P G Q Y K S V P N C A M K V F T N E G P T A F
Reactivity data
| Application | Reactivity | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Application SDS-PAGE | Reactivity Reacts | Dilution info - | Notes - |
Application ELISA | Reactivity Reacts | Dilution info - | Notes - |
Application WB | Reactivity Reacts | Dilution info - | Notes - |
Target data
Function
Mitochondrial protein responsible for thermogenic respiration, a specialized capacity of brown adipose tissue and beige fat that participates in non-shivering adaptive thermogenesis to temperature and diet variations and more generally to the regulation of energy balance (By similarity). Functions as a long-chain fatty acid/LCFA and proton symporter, simultaneously transporting one LCFA and one proton through the inner mitochondrial membrane (PubMed:24196960, PubMed:28781081). However, LCFAs remaining associated with the transporter via their hydrophobic tails, it results in an apparent transport of protons activated by LCFAs. Thereby, dissipates the mitochondrial proton gradient and converts the energy of substrate oxydation into heat instead of ATP. Regulates the production of reactive oxygen species/ROS by mitochondria (By similarity).
Alternative names
SLC25A7, UCP, UCP, UCP1, SLC25A7, Mitochondrial brown fat uncoupling protein 1, UCP 1, Solute carrier family 25 member 7, Thermogenin
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Recombinant Human UCP1 protein is a Human Fragment protein, in the 232 to 267 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ and suitable for SDS-PAGE, ELISA, WB.
Key facts
- Expression system
Wheat germ
- Tags
Tag free
- Applications
SDS-PAGE, ELISA, WB
- Biologically active
No
- Accession
- P25874-1
- Animal free
No
- Species
Human
- Concentration
- Storage buffer
pH: 8
Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.31% Glutathione
Sequence info
Amino acid sequence
P V D V V K T R F I N S P P G Q Y K S V P N C A M K V F T N E G P T A F
- Accession
- Protein length
Fragment
- Predicted molecular weight
29.7 kDa
- Amino acids
232 to 267
- Nature
Recombinant
Specifications
- Form
Liquid
General info
- Function
Mitochondrial protein responsible for thermogenic respiration, a specialized capacity of brown adipose tissue and beige fat that participates in non-shivering adaptive thermogenesis to temperature and diet variations and more generally to the regulation of energy balance (By similarity). Functions as a long-chain fatty acid/LCFA and proton symporter, simultaneously transporting one LCFA and one proton through the inner mitochondrial membrane (PubMed:24196960, PubMed:28781081). However, LCFAs remaining associated with the transporter via their hydrophobic tails, it results in an apparent transport of protons activated by LCFAs. Thereby, dissipates the mitochondrial proton gradient and converts the energy of substrate oxydation into heat instead of ATP. Regulates the production of reactive oxygen species/ROS by mitochondria (By similarity).
- Sequence similarities
Belongs to the mitochondrial carrier (TC 2.A.29) family.
- Post-translational modifications
May undergo sulfenylation upon cold exposure. May increase the sensitivity of UCP1 thermogenic function to the activation by noradrenaline probably through structural effects.
- Subcellular localisation
Mitochondrion inner membrane
Storage
- Shipped at conditions
Dry Ice
- Appropriate short-term storage conditions
-80°C
- Appropriate long-term storage conditions
-80°C
- Aliquoting information
Upon delivery aliquot
- Storage information
Avoid freeze / thaw cycle
Notes
U+00A0;
U+00A0;
Supplementary info
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
- Activity summary
Uncoupling Protein 1 (UCP1) also known as thermogenin is an important protein found in the mitochondria of brown adipose tissue (BAT). It has a molecular mass of approximately 33 kDa. UCP1 functions as a mitochondrial carrier specifically involved in the process of proton transport across the inner mitochondrial membrane. It leads to the dissipation of the proton gradient producing heat instead of ATP. This process is called non-shivering thermogenesis. UCP1 is mainly expressed in brown adipose tissue an area important for heat production in mammals.
- Biological function summary
UCP1 plays an essential role in energy metabolism by activating thermogenesis in brown adipocytes. It does not form a larger multi-protein complex but acts as an independent protein facilitating a significant amount of heat production. By uncoupling oxidative phosphorylation UCP1 controls energy expenditure and is central to maintaining body temperature in cold environments. Its function regulates metabolic rate and prevents excess fat accumulation connecting with mechanisms involved in energy balance.
- Pathways
UCP1 is an integral component of the metabolic pathway for thermogenesis. The PPAR signaling pathway regulates its expression emphasizing its role in energy homeostasis. Additionally UCP1 interacts with proteins like PGC-1α an important regulator of energy metabolism and mitochondrial biogenesis. This interaction highlights UCP1's involvement in mitochondrial activity and adaptation to changes in temperature or diet linking it to important metabolic functions.
- Associated diseases and disorders
UCP1 has been connected with obesity and metabolic syndrome. Its dysregulation can lead to impaired thermogenic responses and reduced metabolic rate contributing to metabolic disorders. UCP1 is related to leptin a protein that regulates appetite and energy balance which is impacted in cases of obesity. Understanding this relationship helps in exploring potential therapeutic targets for tackling obesity and related metabolic diseases by modulating UCP1 activity.
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SDS-PAGE - Recombinant Human UCP1 protein (ab152782)
12.5% SDS-PAGE showing ab152782 stained with Coomassie Blue.
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