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FAH Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: FAH

Official Full Name: fumarylacetoacetate hydrolaseprovided by HGNC

Gene Summary: Predicted to enable fumarylacetoacetase activity. Predicted to be involved in L-phenylalanine catabolic process; homogentisate catabolic process; and tyrosine catabolic process. Predicted to act upstream of or within arginine catabolic process. Located in extracellular exosome. Implicated in tyrosinemia type I. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Apr 2025]

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Catalog Number Product Name Species Gene Passage ratio Mycoplasma testing Price
KO00769 FAH Knockout cell line(Hep G2) Human FAH 1:2~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry
KO17842 FAH Knockout cell line (HeLa) Human FAH 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO17843 FAH Knockout cell line (HCT 116) Human FAH 1:2~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry
KO17844 FAH Knockout cell line (HEK293) Human FAH 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO17845 FAH Knockout cell line (A549) Human FAH 1:3~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry

Background

FAH Gene Knockout Cell Lines are specialized cell line models engineered to lack the functional ability of the fumarylacetoacetate hydrolase (FAH) gene. This unique modification allows researchers to explore the biological roles of FAH in metabolic pathways, disease mechanisms, and potential therapeutic targets, particularly in the context of hereditary tyrosinemia type I, a genetic disorder that leads to severe liver dysfunction.

The key function of FAH Gene Knockout Cell Lines lies in their ability to emulate conditions of FAH deficiency, providing a controlled environment to study the cellular responses to substrate accumulation and ensuing toxicity. Mechanistically, abolishing FAH leads to the accumulation of toxic metabolites, which can affect cellular growth, signaling, and metabolism. Researchers can utilize these cell lines to assess drug efficacy, screen for novel compounds, and evaluate therapeutic strategies aimed at mitigating the impacts of FAH loss.

The scientific importance of these cell lines is profound, as they present invaluable tools for dissecting the pathophysiology of tyrosinemia and developing targeted gene therapies or pharmacological interventions. In clinical settings, these models can pave the way for precision medicine approaches by allowing for tailored treatment strategies based on a patient's genetic profile.

FAH Gene Knockout Cell Lines offer distinct advantages over traditional models, including a more accurate representation of the human disease state and a greater relevancy in translational research. Unlike alternative cell lines that do not mimic the same genetic circumstances, these knockout models facilitate precise experimental designs and reproducibility in results, making them a reliable choice for researchers focused on metabolic disorders.

For researchers, clinicians, and biopharmaceutical companies, the value of FAH Gene Knockout Cell Lines extends beyond mere research; they represent a critical step toward understanding complex genetic interactions and advancing therapeutic development. Our company brings decades of expertise in cellular model development, ensuring that users receive high-quality, rigorously validated products tailored to their research needs.

Please note that all services are for research use only. Not intended for any clinical use.

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