Gene: GPX8
Official Full Name: glutathione peroxidase 8 (putative)provided by HGNC
Gene Summary: Enables peroxidase activity. Predicted to be involved in cellular response to oxidative stress. Predicted to be located in endoplasmic reticulum lumen. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Apr 2025]
Catalog Number | Product Name | Species | Gene | Passage ratio | Mycoplasma testing | Price |
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KO20858 | GPX8 Knockout cell line (HeLa) | Human | GPX8 | 1:3~1:6 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO20859 | GPX8 Knockout cell line (HCT 116) | Human | GPX8 | 1:2~1:4 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO20860 | GPX8 Knockout cell line (HEK293) | Human | GPX8 | 1:3~1:6 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO20861 | GPX8 Knockout cell line (A549) | Human | GPX8 | 1:3~1:4 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
GPX8 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are specially developed cellular models designed to study the functional role of the GPX8 gene, which encodes an important member of the glutathione peroxidase family involved in the cellular response to oxidative stress. By utilizing advanced gene editing techniques, these knockout cell lines allow researchers to investigate the specific mechanisms through which GPX8 contributes to cellular homeostasis, antioxidant defense, and redox signaling pathways.
The core function of these cell lines is to enable the assessment of GPX8's influence on various cellular processes, such as proliferation, apoptosis, and metabolic adaptation under stress conditions. The knockout mechanism, typically achieved through CRISPR/Cas9 technology, ensures the precise elimination of GPX8 expression, thus facilitating the study of its role in important physiological and pathological contexts, including cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and other diseases where oxidative stress is a contributing factor.
The scientific importance of GPX8 Gene Knockout Cell Lines extends to both basic and applied research. In clinical settings, these models can be utilized to develop potential therapeutic strategies targeting oxidative stress-related diseases. Researchers can leverage the insights gained from these cell lines to formulate hypotheses regarding the functions of GPX8 and its potential as a biomarker or therapeutic target.
Compared to alternative models, such as wild-type or overexpression systems, GPX8 Gene Knockout Cell Lines provide a unique advantage through the direct assessment of gene loss-of-function, allowing for detailed explorations of compensation mechanisms and pathway alterations. This specificity enables more accurate modeling of diseases in which GPX8 plays a critical role.
For researchers and clinicians who are committed to advancing their understanding of oxidative stress mechanisms, GPX8 Gene Knockout Cell Lines present a valuable tool to drive innovative research and therapeutic development. With a strong background in biotechnology and a focus on delivering high-quality biological products, our company is dedicated to empowering researchers with the resources they need to make groundbreaking discoveries in the life sciences.
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