Recombinant Human FAS-associated factor 2 (FAF2)

Uniprot Id

Q96CS3

Target Species

Human

Target Name

FAF2

Target Full Name

FAS-associated factor 2

Target Function

Plays an important role in endoplasmic reticulum-associated degradation (ERAD) that mediates ubiquitin-dependent degradation of misfolded endoplasmic reticulum proteins. By controlling the steady-state expression of the IGF1R receptor, indirectly regulates the insulin-like growth factor receptor signaling pathway. Involved in inhibition of lipid droplet degradation by binding to phospholipase PNPL2 and inhibiting its activity by promoting dissociation of PNPL2 from its endogenous activator, ABHD5 which inhibits the rate of triacylglycerol hydrolysis.

Target Subcellular Location

Cytoplasm. Lipid droplet. Endoplasmic reticulum.

Target Tissue Specificity

Broadly expressed, with highest levels in brain.

Target Synonyms

AI462440; expressed in T cells and eosinophils in atopic dermatitis; faf2; FAF2_HUMAN; Fas associated factor family member 2; FAS-associated factor 2; KIAA0887; Protein ETEA; Protein expressed in T cells and eosinophils in atopic dermatitis; Protein expressed in T-cells and eosinophils in atopic dermatitis; UBX domain containing 8; UBX domain protein 3B; UBX domain-containing protein 3B; UBX domain-containing protein 8; UBXD8; UBXN3B

Target Background

The protein encoded by this gene is highly expressed in peripheral blood of patients with atopic dermatitis (AD), compared to normal individuals. It may play a role in regulating the resistance to apoptosis that is observed in T cells and eosinophils of AD patients.