Mouse Anti-Porcine Pyridoxal-Dependent Decarboxylase Domain Containing 1 (PDXDC1) Monoclonal Antibody

Porcine pyridoxal-dependent decarboxylase domain containing 1 (PDXDC1) is an enzyme that is part of the alpha-amino acid decarboxylase family. This family of enzymes utilizes pyridoxal phosphate (PLP) as a cofactor, which is a form of vitamin B6. PDXDC1 plays a role in the metabolic process of carboxylic acids, particularly in the decarboxylation of amino acids, which is the removal of a carboxyl group from these molecules. This process is crucial for various biochemical pathways, including the production of certain neurotransmitters and other biologically active molecules. The enzyme's activity is predicated on its ability to bind with alpha-amino acids to form a Schiff base or aldimine intermediate, which is key in the decarboxylation reaction. PDXDC1 is also predicted to be involved in cadherin binding activity, which is essential for cell adhesion processes. This function underscores the enzyme's importance in maintaining cellular integrity and potentially in cellular signaling.