Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ PKM1 (pyruvate kinase M1/2) is an enzyme that belongs to the pyruvate kinase (PK) family. It is upregulated in majority of the cells other than adult muscle, brain and liver. PKM has two isoforms, M1 and M2, encoded by gene located on chromosome 15q23. PKM1 can exist as a tetramer whereas PKM2 can remain as dimer and tetramer._x000D_ The antibody detects endogenous levels of total PKM1 protein._x000D_ Immunogen_x000D_ Peptide sequence around aa. 399-403 (V-R-A-S-S), according to the protein NP_872270.1_x000D_ Target description_x000D_ Glycolytic enzyme that catalyzes the transfer of a phosphoryl group from phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP) to ADP, generating ATP. Stimulates POU5F1-mediated transcriptional activation. Plays a general role in caspase independent cell death of tumor cells. The ratio betwween the highly active tetrameric form and nearly inactive dimeric form determines whether glucose carbons are channeled to biosynthetic processes or used for glycolytic ATP production. The transition between the 2 forms contributes to the control of glycolysis and is important for tumor cell proliferation and survival._x000D_ Physical form_x000D_ Solution in phosphate-buffered saline containing 0.02% sodium azide and 50% glycerol_x000D_ Disclaimer_x000D_ Unless otherwise stated in our catalog or other company documentation accompanying the product(s), our products are intended for research use only and are not to be used for any other purpose, which includes but is not limited to, unauthorized commercial uses, in vitro diagnostic uses, ex vivo or in vivo therapeutic uses or any type of consumption or application to humans or animals._x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ Pyruvate kinase (PK) is an important enzyme in glycolysis as it helps to convert phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP) into pyruvate. Pyruvate kinase-M2 (PKM2) knockdown prevents the multiplication, movement and invasion in ovarian cancer SKOV3 and OVCAR3 cells. It plays an important role in cell survival to oxidative stress. It also participates in the development of tumor._x000D_ Features and Benefits_x000D_ Evaluate our antibodies with complete peace of mind. If the antibody does not perform in your application, we will issue a full credit or replacement antibody. Learn more.