S-adenosylmethionine decarboxylase (AdoMet-DC), also known as S-adenosylmethionine decarboxylase proenzyme (SAMDC), is a key enzyme in polyamine biosynthesis.
It is localized to chromosome region 6q21-q22.
SAMDC has an unusual distribution in polysomes from cells of T lymphocyte origin.
It associates predominantly with monosomes and small polysomes with none located in the preribosomal or ribonucleoprotein pool.
SAMDC is a critical regulatory enzyme of the polyamine synthetic pathway, and a well-studied drug target.
Since SAMDC is a key regulatory enzyme in the synthesis of spermidine and spermine, the marked increase in SAMDC activity in the neonate and the sustained high enzyme levels throughout adulthood, imply a role for these polyamines in both development and mature brain function.
Applications:Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry.