SULT1A2
Function
Sulfotransferase that utilizes 3'-phospho-5'-adenylyl sulfate (PAPS) as sulfonate donor to catalyze the sulfate conjugation of catecholamines, phenolic drugs and neurotransmitters. Is also responsible for the sulfonation and activation of minoxidil. Mediates the metabolic activation of carcinogenic N-hydroxyarylamines to DNA binding products and could so participate as modulating factor of cancer risk.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the sulfotransferase 1 family.
Cellular localization
- Cytoplasm
Alternative names
STP2, SULT1A2, Sulfotransferase 1A2, ST1A2, Aryl sulfotransferase 2, Phenol sulfotransferase 2, Phenol-sulfating phenol sulfotransferase 2, P-PST 2