Mouse PLA2G2A ELISA Kit PicoKine®

Phospholipase A2, membrane associated is an enzyme that in humans is encoded by the PLA2G2A gene. It is mapped to 4 D3; 4 70.57 cM. Proteins belonging to the phospholipase A2 (PLA2) family hydrolyze phospholipids into sn2 fatty acids and lysophospholipids. They function in a variety of cellular processes, including the digestion of phospholipids and the production of molecules that induce inflammatory responses. This gene encodes a member of the group II class of secretory PLA2s. The secreted enzyme binds to heparin on the cell surface. Mutations in this gene increase the occurrence of intestinal polyps caused by a dominant mutation in the adenomatosis polyposis coli gene. A frameshift inactivates this gene product in some mouse strains including the strain of the reference genome, C57BL/6J, whereas a functional protein is produced in other strains.

Mainly in the Paneth cells adjacent to the stem population in the small intestines. Also expressed in regenerating liver and hyperplastic esophageal epithelium.

Cancer, Cardiovascular, Lipases, Lipid and Lipoprotein Metabolism, Lipid Metabolism, Lipid Signaling, Lipids/Lipoproteins, Metabolic Signaling Pathways, Metabolism, Pathways and Processes, Signal Transduction, Signaling Pathway

Catalyzes the calcium-dependent hydrolysis of the 2-acyl groups in 3-sn-phosphoglycerides. Thought to participate in the regulation of phospholipid metabolism in biomembranes including eicosanoid biosynthesis. Independent of its catalytic activity, acts as a ligand for integrins. Binds to and activates integrins ITGAV:ITGB3, ITGA4:ITGB1 and ITGA5:ITGB. Binds to a site which is distinct from the classical ligand-binding site and induces integrin conformational changes and enhanced ligand binding to site 1. Induces cell proliferation in an integrin-dependent manner.

Store at 4°C for 6 months, at -20°C for 12 months. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles (Ships with gel ice, can store for up to 3 days in room temperature. Freeze upon receiving.)