Gene: ALKBH5
Official Full Name: alkB homolog 5, RNA demethylaseprovided by HGNC
Gene Summary: Enables mRNA N6-methyladenosine dioxygenase activity and molecular condensate scaffold activity. Involved in membraneless organelle assembly; post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression; and response to hypoxia. Acts upstream of or within regulation of mRNA export from nucleus and regulation of mRNA processing. Located in Golgi apparatus; cytosol; and nuclear speck. Is active in paraspeckles. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Apr 2025]
Catalog Number | Product Name | Species | Gene | Passage ratio | Mycoplasma testing | Price |
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KO00664 | ALKBH5 Knockout cell line(HEK293) | Human | ALKBH5 | 1:3~1:6 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO09492 | ALKBH5 Knockout cell line (HeLa) | Human | ALKBH5 | 1:3~1:6 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO09493 | ALKBH5 Knockout cell line (HCT 116) | Human | ALKBH5 | 1:2~1:4 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO09494 | ALKBH5 Knockout cell line (A549) | Human | ALKBH5 | 1:3~1:4 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
ALKBH5 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are specifically engineered cellular models in which the ALKBH5 gene has been selectively disrupted, resulting in the absence of its expression. ALKBH5 encodes a demethylase enzyme that plays a critical role in RNA metabolism, particularly by modulating N6-methyladenosine (m6A) modifications on RNA molecules, which regulate various aspects of RNA stability, splicing, translation, and degradation.
The primary function of the ALKBH5 gene knockout is to facilitate the study of the biological consequences of ALKBH5 loss in cellular systems. By removing this gene, researchers can closely investigate the downstream effects on m6A methylation, ribonucleoprotein complexes, and associated cellular processes—such as gene expression profiles and responses to external stimuli. This creates valuable insight into the role of m6A modifications in developmental biology and disease states, including cancer, where dysregulation of RNA modifications has been implicated.
The scientific significance of ALKBH5 Gene Knockout Cell Lines is underscored by their application in various research contexts, ranging from basic molecular biology to therapeutic development. They serve as powerful tools for investigating the functional roles of demethylases and m6A modification in RNA biology, thus informing potential therapeutic targets and strategies to combat diseases linked to aberrant RNA processing.
When compared to alternative models, our ALKBH5 knockout cell lines are uniquely validated for their efficiency and specificity, ensuring reliable and reproducible experimental outcomes. Additionally, they are available with comprehensive functional assays to support immediate application in laboratory settings.
For researchers and clinicians alike, ALKBH5 Gene Knockout Cell Lines represent a critical resource for elucidating the complex dynamics of RNA modifications and their implications for health and disease. Leveraging our extensive expertise in molecular genetics and cell line development, our products are designed to empower scientific inquiry, facilitating advancements in understanding RNA-related mechanisms and fostering innovations in targeted therapeutics.
Please note that all services are for research use only. Not intended for any clinical use.
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