Casein alpha s2-like A is a protein that is homologous to the alpha-s2 casein proteins found in mammalian milk. Alpha-s2 caseins are one of the several casein proteins, which include alpha-s1, beta, and kappa caseins, and are the main proteins found in milk. They play a critical role in the nutrition and development of neonates, providing essential amino acids, calcium, and phosphate.The alpha-s2 casein proteins are characterized by their ability to stabilize calcium phosphate in the formation of micelles, which are colloidal particles in milk. These micelles are important for the transport of calcium, phosphate, and casein molecules during digestion. They also facilitate the slow digestion of milk, providing a sustained release of amino acids, which is essential for the growth and development of neonates.
As a member of the casein family, casein alpha s2-like A would likely share these properties. It may be involved in the formation of micelles and play a role in the transport and bioavailability of calcium and phosphate. This protein could be expressed in the mammary gland and secreted into milk, where it would contribute to the milk's nutritional profile.Given its structural and functional similarity to other casein proteins, casein alpha s2-like A would be expected to undergo specific post-translational modifications, such as phosphorylation. These modifications can influence the protein's ability to bind calcium and interact with other casein molecules, which is crucial for micelle stability and function.In summary, casein alpha s2-like A, as a homolog of alpha-s2 caseins, would be anticipated to play a role in milk's nutritional properties, particularly in stabilizing calcium phosphate and forming micelles, which are essential for the efficient delivery of nutrients to mammalian offspring. Its presence and function in milk underline its importance in mammalian biology, particularly in early development.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Resveratrol | 501-36-0 | sc-200808 sc-200808A sc-200808B | 100 mg 500 mg 5 g | $60.00 $185.00 $365.00 | 64 | |
Resveratrol has been reported to inhibit the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by modulating specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
Quercetin | 117-39-5 | sc-206089 sc-206089A sc-206089E sc-206089C sc-206089D sc-206089B | 100 mg 500 mg 100 g 250 g 1 kg 25 g | $11.00 $17.00 $108.00 $245.00 $918.00 $49.00 | 33 | |
Quercetin has shown inhibitory effects on the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by modulating signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
Genistein | 446-72-0 | sc-3515 sc-3515A sc-3515B sc-3515C sc-3515D sc-3515E sc-3515F | 100 mg 500 mg 1 g 5 g 10 g 25 g 100 g | $26.00 $92.00 $120.00 $310.00 $500.00 $908.00 $1821.00 | 46 | |
Genistein has been found to modulate the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by interfering with specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
Curcumin | 458-37-7 | sc-200509 sc-200509A sc-200509B sc-200509C sc-200509D sc-200509F sc-200509E | 1 g 5 g 25 g 100 g 250 g 1 kg 2.5 kg | $36.00 $68.00 $107.00 $214.00 $234.00 $862.00 $1968.00 | 47 | |
Curcumin has been found to inhibit the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by modulating specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
Apigenin | 520-36-5 | sc-3529 sc-3529A sc-3529B sc-3529C sc-3529D sc-3529E sc-3529F | 5 mg 100 mg 1 g 5 g 25 g 100 g 1 kg | $32.00 $210.00 $720.00 $1128.00 $2302.00 $3066.00 $5106.00 | 22 | |
Apigenin has demonstrated the ability to inhibit the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by modulating specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
Piperine | 94-62-2 | sc-205809 sc-205809A | 5 g 25 g | $36.00 $143.00 | 3 | |
Piperine has been studied for its potential to inhibit the expression of milk protein genes, including casein alpha s2-like A, by modulating specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate | 989-51-5 | sc-200802 sc-200802A sc-200802B sc-200802C sc-200802D sc-200802E | 10 mg 50 mg 100 mg 500 mg 1 g 10 g | $42.00 $72.00 $124.00 $238.00 $520.00 $1234.00 | 11 | |
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) has been reported to modulate the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by interfering with specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
D,L-Sulforaphane | 4478-93-7 | sc-207495A sc-207495B sc-207495C sc-207495 sc-207495E sc-207495D | 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg 1 g 10 g 250 mg | $150.00 $286.00 $479.00 $1299.00 $8299.00 $915.00 | 22 | |
Sulforaphane has been investigated for its potential to modulate the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by interfering with specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
Luteolin | 491-70-3 | sc-203119 sc-203119A sc-203119B sc-203119C sc-203119D | 5 mg 50 mg 500 mg 5 g 500 g | $26.00 $50.00 $99.00 $150.00 $1887.00 | 40 | |
Luteolin has been found to inhibit the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by modulating specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||
Baicalein | 491-67-8 | sc-200494 sc-200494A sc-200494B sc-200494C | 10 mg 100 mg 500 mg 1 g | $31.00 $41.00 $159.00 $286.00 | 12 | |
Baicalein has been reported to inhibit the expression of milk protein genes, potentially including casein alpha s2-like A, by modulating specific signaling pathways involved in the regulation of milk protein expression. | ||||||