Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Assay Kit for General

Background: Phosphofructokinase (PFK) is a key glycolytic enzyme and plays a major regulatory role during glycolysis. This enzyme is present in bacteria, plants and animals. There are 2 types of PFKs - PFK1 and PFK2. In the presence of ATP, PFK1 & PFK2 catalyzes the conversion of fructose-6-phosphate to fructose-1,6-diphosphate and fructose-2,6-diphosphate respectively and ADP. PFK has 3 major isoforms in mammals: PFK-M (muscle), PFK-L (liver) and PFK-P (platelet). In humans, PFK deficiency causes glycogen storage disease, also called Tarui's disease, which is characterized by exercise-induced muscle weakness and cramps. On the other hand, increased PFK activity contributes to cancer cell proliferation and tumorigenicity. Early detection of abnormal phosphofructokinase activity is crucial for identification, prediction and therapeutic strategy. The Phosphofructokinase Microplate Assay Kit, PFK converts fructose-6-phosphate and ATP to fructose-diphosphate and ADP. NADH can be measured at a colorimetric readout at 340 nm.

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MBS8243182 is an assay kit targeting Pfk. Also known as Phosphofructokinase Microplate Assay Kit. Reactive in General.