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Facts about NADPH oxidase 5.
May play a role in cell growth and apoptosis. Isoform v2 and isoform v5 are involved in endothelial production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), proliferation and angiogenesis and contribute to endothelial response to thrombin.
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Gene Name: | NOX5 |
Uniprot: | Q96PH1 |
Entrez: | 79400 |
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No superfamily |
EC 1.6.3.-; MGC149776; MGC149777; NADPH oxidase 5; NADPH oxidase, EF-hand calcium binding domain 5; NOX5A; NOX5B
Mass (kDA):
86.439 kDA
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Location: | 15q23 |
Sequence: | 15; NC_000015.10 (68930525..69062762) |
Mainly expressed in pachytene spermatocytes of testis and in lymphocyte-rich areas of spleen and lymph nodes. Isoform v1 is expressed in spleen. Isoform v2 is expressed in testis. Also detected in ovary, placenta, pancreas, cardiac fibroblasts. Expressed in B-cells and prostate malignant cells. Isoform v1 and isoform v3 are expressed in epithelial colorectal adenocarcinoma cells. Isoform v2 and isoform v4 are expressed in endothelial cells. Isoform v1, isoform v2, isoform v3 and isoform v4 are expressed in pulmonary artery smooth muscle cells. Isoform v2 and isoform v5 are expressed in microvascular endothelial cells (at protein level).
Membrane; Multi-pass membrane protein.; [Isoform v2]: Endoplasmic reticulum.; [Isoform v5]: Endoplasmic reticulum.
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NOX5 is a molecule which can be expressed in several cell types that include blood vessels of humans. The NOX5 protein encoded in isoforms could be utilized for a variety of purposes such as the generation of superoxide. It functions as an H+ channel but it is Ca2+-dependent. Before, scientists didn't understand the function of NOX5 in the vascular cells. Interestingly, Kamiguti et al. discovered that NOX5 was a flavin-containing Ca2+ dependent oxidase.
The expression of NOX5 is increased in individuals with atherosclerosis (17). Studies in mice and rats have revealed that OLs express NOX5. It has been confirmed that ECs and HVSMCs have all five splice variants. While NOX5 is not found in rodent genomes it has been established that all five splice variations produce ROS. Interestingly, some reports have proven that NOX5-e can be active in the basal levels and contributes to the proliferative status of the esophageal carcinoma.
Human blood vessels contain two versions of the NOX5 protein Nox5-a and Nox5 b. The latter is an mRNA sequence that is conserved. cDNA was synthesized by reverse transcription using oligo-dT primers. Additionally, RNA was extracted from the mammary artery in humans. It was treated with LacZ. After treatment the cells were harvested with 0.3 percent trypsin and then put back into 1 ml of fresh media. After an interval of at least 24 hours, the cells were counted manually using a hemocytometer.
Proinflammatory and vasoactive treatment increase the expression of the Nox5-e gene. This was determined by treating HVSMCs with endothelin-1 as well as tumor necrosis factors-a for 24 hrs. Then, real-time PCR was used to determine the mRNA levels. The results were then normalized to 18S.
The anti-NOX5 polyclonal antibodies detects total Nox5 expression. It is also known that Nox5 activates ERK when intracellular Ca2+ levels increase. Nox5 is extremely expressed in human vascular cells. This polyclonal antibody was created to identify these cells. These results suggest that NOX5 is an endothelial signaling protein. cell membranes.
Recombinant Fabs are generated from large naive antibody libraries. Recombinant antibodies can provide several advantages over monoclonal antigens. In the laboratory, Fab generation can provide greater control over selection parameters and allows access to a greater variety of antigens, and is more efficient than traditional selection of bacterial species. Recombinant antibodies are not tested against short linear peptides in E. coli. More studies are required to determine if recombinant antibodies can be used for immunocapture small linear peptides.
Immunoblots using a Nox5 peptide showed that the protein corresponding to PBR-N in prostate cancer cells and hairy leukemia cells binds to the resin. Antibodies against mutations in PBR-N bound the resin. Non-binding proteins were removed by 17 percent SDS–PAGE. Finally, the Recombinant protein was identified using an anti-hexahistidine antigen.
Multiple peptides may be made from the same peptides, using the Fabs. The Fabs were constructed in one stage and then used for the peptide immunomRM assays. The peptides were used as immunogens and the Fabs were compared to conventional anti-peptide antibodies. These recombinant antibody were successful in the immuno-capture tests, and the best Fab was isolated from the ADAM17 peptide.
Two poly-basic areas of Nox5 are preserved in the Nox5 polypeptide. They are located between the hand of the EF and the initial transmembrane region. PtdIns(4,5)P2 regulates the localization of Nox5 within the plasma membrane. The PtdIns (4,5)P2 region that binds to phosphate is responsible for its localization. However, PtdIns-P2 also contributes to the localization of the protein within the plasma membrane.
The Nox5 protein was identified by TCEP-based peptides. The TCEP is a stronger reduction agent than dithiothreitol however dithiothreitol and both TCEP were less effective in reducing agents. Three independent experiments confirmed this conclusion. The use of the NOX5 marker has been proven to be effective in detecting various types of targets in a variety.
PtdIns(4) P-5K and p22phox have been used as reagents in apoptosis. The PtdIns(4)P-5K protein kinase enzyme was able to increase Nox5 expression on the cell surface but did not boost the total protein levels. PtdIns(4)P-5K inhibited the activity of Nox5 in fibroblasts , and increased the level of NOX5 expression in these cells.
Nox5 is a protein that is expressed by cells of the endothelial or vascular smooth muscle types. Nox5 isn't expressed in macrophages, T-cells , or fibroblasts. This protein is essential in the development and maintenance of the immune system. However, it might not be active in peripheral tissues. Understanding the function of the NOX5 marker can help to diagnose the issue.
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PMID: 11483596 by Banfi B., et al. A Ca(2+)-activated NADPH oxidase in testis, spleen, and lymph nodes.
PMID: 15994299 by Kawahara T., et al. Point mutations in the proline-rich region of p22phox are dominant inhibitors of Nox1- and Nox2-dependent reactive oxygen generation.
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