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GPD1 Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: GPD1

Official Full Name: glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase 1provided by HGNC

Gene Summary: This gene encodes a member of the NAD-dependent glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase family. The encoded protein plays a critical role in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism by catalyzing the reversible conversion of dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP) and reduced nicotine adenine dinucleotide (NADH) to glycerol-3-phosphate (G3P) and NAD+. The encoded cytosolic protein and mitochondrial glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase also form a glycerol phosphate shuttle that facilitates the transfer of reducing equivalents from the cytosol to mitochondria. Mutations in this gene are a cause of transient infantile hypertriglyceridemia. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2012]

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Catalog Number Product Name Species Gene Passage ratio Mycoplasma testing Price
KO04051 GPD1 Knockout cell line (HCT 116) Human GPD1 1:2~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry

Background

GPD1 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are genetically engineered cell lines designed to specifically eliminate the expression of the GPD1 gene, which encodes for glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase 1, an enzyme involved in lipid metabolism and energy production. These knockout cell lines serve as essential tools for investigating the role of GPD1 in cellular processes such as metabolism, oxidative stress response, and differentiation. By disrupting GPD1 function, researchers can elucidate the pathways and mechanisms that underscore its involvement in various physiological and pathological conditions.

The key function of GPD1 involves catalyzing the conversion of glycerol-3-phosphate to dihydroxyacetone phosphate, a crucial step in glucose metabolism and mitochondrial function. GPD1 is also implicated in the regulation of reactive oxygen species, making its knockout particularly relevant for studies targeting metabolic diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and cancer. This genetic perturbation thus allows researchers to model these diseases more accurately and screen for therapeutic targets or drug responses.

In clinical research and pharmaceutical development, GPD1 Gene Knockout Cell Lines play a vital role in validating the therapeutic potential of GPD1 modulation, assessing drug efficacy, and understanding disease mechanisms at a cellular level. Compared to alternative methods such as transient transfection or chemical inhibition, these stable cell lines provide a consistent and reliable platform for long-term study, reducing variability and improving reproducibility in scientific experiments.

The specific advantages of GPD1 Gene Knockout Cell Lines include their ability to facilitate in-depth mechanistic studies and their compatibility with high-throughput screening applications, making them a valuable asset in both academic and industrial research settings. Researchers and clinicians are encouraged to incorporate these knockout cell lines into their projects as a means to enhance the fidelity of their experimental outcomes and accelerate the pace of discovery.

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