Description
Acetyl-coenzyme A synthetase catalyzes the production of acetyl-CoA. It is involved in histone acetylation in the nucleus. It may be involved in the growth of nonfermentable carbon sources such as glycerol. Acetyl-coenzyme A synthetase is induced by acetate, acetaldehyde and ethanol.
Abbr
ACS, Native (Baker's Yeast (S. cerevisiae))
Source
Baker's yeast (S. cerevisiae)
Applications
S-Acetyl-coenzyme A synthetase may be used to study various metabolic pathways, such as glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, pyruvate metabolism and CO fixation. It may also be used in gene expression studies.
Package
Package size based on protein content.
Form
Lyophilized powder containing stabilizers as potassium phosphate, sucrose, and reduced glutathione
Enzyme Commission Number
EC 6.2.1.1
Activity
> 3 units/mg protein
Unit Definition
One unit will form 1.0 μmole of S-acetyl coenzyme A from acetate, ATP, and coenzyme A per min at pH 7.5 at 37°C.
Synonyms
acetyl-CoA synthetase; acetyl activating enzyme; acetate thiokinase; acyl-activating enzyme; acetyl coenzyme A synthetase; acetic thiokinase; acetyl CoA ligase; acetyl CoA synthase; acetyl-coenzyme A synthase; short chain fatty acyl-CoA synthetase; short-chain acyl-coenzyme A synthetase; ACS; EC 6.2.1.1; 9012-31-1
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