Recombinant Mouse Renalase protein (His tag)

Supplementary information

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Biological function summary

Renalase impacts the cardiovascular system through its enzymatic function that reduces systemic catecholamine levels. It has been shown the protein interacts with catecholamines beyond the boundaries of a simple enzymatic reaction. Renalase may form complexes with other enzymes that participate in detoxifying catecholamines. Researchers have studied its effects on catecholamine-related stress responses highlighting a potential modulatory function beyond simple substrate degradation.

Pathways

The metabolism of catecholamines involves Renalase in the regulation of the sympathetic nervous system and its associated pathways. Renalase fits into the catecholamine degradation pathway where it works alongside other enzymes such as monoamine oxidase which also breaks down neurotransmitters. These actions influence the broader systemic pathways associated with cardiovascular health by maintaining a balance in neurotransmitter levels and resultant blood pressure regulation.