Description
Palmitoyl, oleoyl and linoleoyl residues can be transferred; a number of sterols, including cholesterol, can act as acceptors. The bacterial enzyme also catalyses the reactions of EC 3.1.1.4 phospholipase A2 and EC 3.1.1.5 lysophospholipase.
Form
Liquid or lyophilized powder
Storage
Store it at +4 ºC for short term. For long term storage, store it at -20 ºC~-80 ºC.
Synonyms
lecithin-cholesterol acyltransferase; phospholipid-cholesterol acyltransferase; LCAT (lecithin-cholesterol acyltransferase); lecithin:cholesterol acyltransferase; lysolecithin acyltransferase
Reaction
phosphatidylcholine + a sterol = 1-acylglycerophosphocholine + a sterol ester
Notes
This item requires custom production and lead time is between 5-9 weeks. We can custom produce according to your specifications.