This gene encodes the cellular form of serine hydroxymethyltransferase, a pyridoxal phosphate-containing enzyme that catalyzes the reversible conversion of serine and tetrahydrofolate to glycine and 5,10-methylene tetrahydrofolate.
This reaction provides one carbon units for synthesis of methionine, thymidylate, and purines in the cytoplasm.
This gene is located within the Smith-Magenis syndrome region on chromosome 17.
Alternative splicing of this gene results in 2 transcript variants encoding 2 different isoforms.
Additional transcript variants have been described, but their biological validity has not been determined.
Applications:Suitable for use in Western Blot.
Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.