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FTO Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: FTO

Official Full Name: FTO alpha-ketoglutarate dependent dioxygenaseprovided by HGNC

Gene Summary: This gene is a nuclear protein of the AlkB related non-haem iron and 2-oxoglutarate-dependent oxygenase superfamily but the exact physiological function of this gene is not known. Other non-heme iron enzymes function to reverse alkylated DNA and RNA damage by oxidative demethylation. Studies in mice and humans indicate a role in nervous and cardiovascular systems and a strong association with body mass index, obesity risk, and type 2 diabetes. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2011]

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Catalog Number Product Name Species Gene Passage ratio Mycoplasma testing Price
KO00193 FTO Knockout cell line (Vips) Human FTO Negative Online Inquiry
KO00663 FTO Knockout cell line(HEK293) Human FTO 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO09253 FTO Knockout cell line (HeLa) Human FTO 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO09254 FTO Knockout cell line (HCT 116) Human FTO 1:2~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry
KO09255 FTO Knockout cell line (A549) Human FTO 1:3~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry

Background

FTO Gene Knockout Cell Lines are specialized cellular models in which the Fat Mass and Obesity-associated (FTO) gene has been functionally disrupted. Designed to facilitate research into obesity, metabolism, and related metabolic disorders, these cell lines provide a crucial tool for understanding the molecular mechanisms underpinning energy homeostasis and adipogenesis. By obliterating the FTO gene, researchers can assess the gene's role in various biological pathways and investigate the consequent phenotypic changes, including alterations in cellular metabolism, lipogenesis, and overall cellular morphology.

The principal mechanism by which FTO influences metabolic processes involves its role as an RNA demethylase, which modifies N6-methyladenosine (m6A) methylation on specific mRNA transcripts. This modification is pivotal in regulating gene expression as it affects mRNA stability, splicing, and translation. By creating FTO knockout cell lines, scientists can scrutinize downstream effects on genes influenced by this post-transcriptional modification, leading to enhanced insights into mechanisms of obesity and potential therapeutic targets.

The scientific importance of FTO Gene Knockout Cell Lines extends to both research and clinical applications, including drug discovery, metabolic disease modeling, and elucidation of gene-environment interactions in obesity. These cell lines enable high-throughput screening for potential anti-obesity compounds and facilitate the development of personalized medicine approaches to tackle obesity-related conditions.

Compared to traditional models, such as wild-type cell lines or animal models, FTO Gene Knockout Cell Lines offer unparalleled specificity in gene targeting, amplified reproducibility, and simpler experimental manipulation. Such advantages translate to greater reliability in experimental outcomes and the potential for more rapid advancements in therapeutic discovery.

In an era when obesity is a leading public health challenge, the value of FTO Gene Knockout Cell Lines cannot be overstated. They empower researchers and clinicians to explore innovative strategies for countering this complex disease. Our company specializes in state-of-the-art biological models, including these knockout cell lines, backed by years of expertise and commitment to enhancing scientific research and clinical practice. Through our offerings, we aim to provide researchers with the tools they need to drive discovery and pave the way for effective therapeutics.

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

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