基本信息

应用

Cytochrome c has been identified as an important mediator in apoptotic pathways. The release of mitochondrial cytochrome c into the cytoplasm stimulates apoptosis and is commonly used as an indicator of the apoptotic process in the cell. Investigation on the effect of Paris Saponin I (PS I) on human gastric carcinoma cell growth (SGC7901 cells) have shown an elevated level cytoplasmic cytochrome c. Results are an inhibition of proliferation in SGC7901 cells by inducing mitochondria-dependent apoptosis through cytochrome c.

生化/生理作用

细胞色素c可在亚铁态和三价铁态之间迅速转化，这使其成为有效的生物电子载体。它在动植物的细胞氧化过程中发挥重要作用。通常视作是呼吸链中的通用连接，它在可呼吸底物与氧气之间形成必要的电子桥。

安全信息