Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Lipoxygenase ALOX12 (ALOX12) Antibody

Background

ALOX12 is a member of the lipoxygenase enzyme family that catalyzes the oxygenation of arachidonic acid to produce 12(S)-hydroperoxyeicosatetraenoic acid [12(S)-HPETE], which is further reduced to 12(S)-HETE. This reaction is critical for the biosynthesis of lipid mediators involved in inflammation, platelet aggregation, and cellular signaling. ALOX12 is highly expressed in platelets and plays a significant role in hemostasis and thrombosis by modulating platelet activation and aggregation. In addition to its role in normal physiological processes, dysregulation of ALOX12 is associated with inflammation, atherosclerosis, and cancer progression. ALOX12-derived lipid mediators contribute to tumor microenvironment remodeling, promoting cell proliferation, migration, and angiogenesis. In neurodegenerative diseases, ALOX12 activity has been implicated in oxidative stress and neuronal injury, particularly in conditions like Parkinson's disease. Its role in inflammatory and oxidative processes makes ALOX12 a promising therapeutic target for cardiovascular, cancer, and neuroinflammatory diseases.