Code | CSB-EP006392HU |
Abbreviation | Recombinant Human CYP17A1 protein |
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The recombinant Human CYP17A1 was expressed with the amino acid range of 1-508. The calculated molecular weight for this CYP17A1 protein is 84.4 kDa. This protein is generated in a e.coli-based system. The CYP17A1 gene fragment has been modified by fusing the N-terminal GST tag, providing convenience in detecting and purifying the recombinant CYP17A1 protein during the following stages.
Steroid 17-alpha-hydroxylase/17,20 lyase, encoded by the CYP17A1 gene, is a critical enzyme involved in steroidogenesis. This multifunctional cytochrome P450 enzyme plays a key role in both the adrenal cortex and gonads, where it participates in the biosynthesis of steroid hormones. In the adrenal glands, CYP17A1 catalyzes two essential reactions in the steroidogenic pathway: the 17-alpha-hydroxylation of pregnenolone and progesterone, and the subsequent 17,20 lyase cleavage, leading to the production of androgens, such as dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and androstenedione. These androgens serve as precursors for the synthesis of sex hormones like testosterone and estrogen. CYP17A1's activities are crucial for the development and maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics and overall reproductive function. Dysfunction of CYP17A1 can lead to disorders of sex development and hormonal imbalances. Understanding the regulation of CYP17A1 is vital in the context of endocrine disorders and therapeutic interventions targeting steroid hormone production.There are currently no reviews for this product.