Alpha-methylacyl-CoA Racemase
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Alpha-methylacyl-CoA Racemase Definition
Human alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase protein (382 aa, ~42.4 kDa) is encoded by the AMCAR gene (AMACR). This protein is an enzyme that is involved in the beta-oxidation of branched-chain fatty acids. Overexpression of this protein has been found in several carcinomas, thus it is considered an important biomarker in the pathogenesis of breast, prostate, and colon cancers.
Alpha-methylacyl-CoA Racemase Synonyms
Alpha-methylacyl-CoA Racemase, 2-methylacyl-CoA Racemase, AMACR, X-methylacyl-CoA Racemase
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