Description
SOD1 belongs to the Cu-Zn superoxide dismutase family. It binds copper and zinc ions and is one of two isozymes responsible for destroying free superoxide radicals in the body. The encoded isozyme is a soluble cytoplasmic protein, acting as a homodimer to convert naturally-occuring but harmful superoxide radicals to molecular oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. The other isozyme is a mitochondrial protein. Mutations in this gene have been implicated as causes of familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Rare transcript variants have been reported for this gene. SOD1 destroys radicals which are normally produced within the cells and which are toxic to biological systems. Defects in SOD1 are the cause of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis type 1 (ALS1). ALS1 is a familial form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a neurodegenerative disorder affecting upper and lower motor neurons and resulting in fatal paralysis. Sensory abnormalities are absent. Death usually occurs within 2 to 5 years. The etiology of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is likely to be multifactorial, involving both genetic and environmental factors. The disease is inherited in 5-10% of cases leading to familial forms.
Target
SOD1
Target Alias Names
ALS, ALS1, HEL-S-44, homodimer, hSod1, IPOA, SOD
Isotype/Mimetic
Rabbit IgG
Animal-Derived Biomaterials Used
Yes
Sequence Available
No
Original Discovery Method
Phage display technology
Antibody/Binder Origins
Animal-dependent discovery (in vitro display, OR immunisation pre-2020), In vitro recombinant expression, Animal-derived biomaterials used in production or final formulation