FCY1

FCY1, a crucial enzyme in fungal cytosine metabolism, possesses a unique structure that facilitates the enzymatic conversion of cytosine to uracil at its active site. Functionally, FCY1 plays a pivotal role in cytosine salvage, maintaining cytosine homeostasis in fungal cells and ensuring the proper function of nucleic acid metabolism. While not directly involved in canonical signal transduction cascades, FCY1's function is intertwined with cellular metabolic networks, indirectly influencing cellular processes such as DNA replication and RNA transcription that rely on nucleotide availability and homeostasis. Although the direct signaling pathways mediated by FCY1 remain to be fully elucidated, its importance in cytosine metabolism underscores its role in maintaining cellular health and function. Future studies on FCY1 may reveal additional connections between cytosine salvage and cellular signaling networks, providing deeper insights into fungal biology and potential therapeutic targets.

Popular Product:

Recombinant Saccharomyces cerevisiae Cytosine deaminase (FCY1)

Validated Data

SDS

(Tris-Glycine gel) Discontinuous SDS-PAGE (reduced) with 5% enrichment gel and 15% separation gel.