anti- AIFM2 antibody

Background

AIFM2, also known as AMID (apoptosis-inducing factor-homologous mitochondrion-associated inducer of death), is a flavoprotein localized in the cytosol and mitochondria, where it participates in redox signaling and apoptosis regulation. Unlike AIFM1, AIFM2 induces apoptosis through reactive oxygen species (ROS)-mediated mechanisms rather than direct DNA fragmentation. It plays a role in the cellular response to oxidative stress, linking mitochondrial dysfunction to apoptotic pathways. AIFM2 is also associated with metabolic regulation and has been reported to modulate the cellular response to hypoxia. Dysregulation of AIFM2 expression has been linked to cancer progression, with evidence suggesting its tumor suppressor function in certain contexts. The interplay between AIFM2 and oxidative stress pathways makes it a critical component of cellular homeostasis, particularly under stress conditions that compromise mitochondrial function.