DDX5 (DEAD, Asp-Glu-Ala-Asp, box helicase 5) is a multifunctional protein belonging to the DEAD box family of RNA helicases. It consists of twelve conserved motifs (including the signature D-E-A-D motif) forming a conserved 'helicase' central domain, which plays an important role in the RNA metabolism.
Synonyms: Anti-DEAD box protein 5; Anti-Probable ATP-dependent RNA helicase DDX5; Anti-RNA helicase p68
Storage: -20C
Application: Anti-DDX5 antibody produced in rabbit, a Prestige Antibody, is developed and validated by the Human Protein Atlas (HPA) project (www.proteinatlas.org). Each antibody is tested by immunohistochemistry against hundreds of normal and disease tissues. These images can be viewed on the Human Protein Atlas (HPA) site by clicking on the Image Gallery link. The antibodies are also tested using immunofluorescence and western blotting. To view these protocols and other useful information about Prestige Antibodies and the HPA, visit sigma.com/prestige.
Biochem Physiol Actions: DDX5 (DEAD, Asp-Glu-Ala-Asp, box helicase 5) is associated with the regulation of pre-mRNA splicing mechanism. It acts as a transcriptional coactivator to control alternative splicing during spliceosome formation. DDX5 provides stability to the RNA secondary structure during several activities such as in the translation initiation, nuclear and mitochondrial splicing. It facilitates the unwinding as well as detachment of protein part from RNA. The protein also participates in the estrogen and androgen-signaling pathway.
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