Alternative Names
Cytochrome b5; Microsomal Cytochrome b5 Type A; MCB5; CYB5A; CYB5
Background
Cytochrome b5 (CYB5A) is a membrane bound hemoprotein which function as an electron carrier for several membrane bound oxygenases. CYB5A contains one cytochrome b5 heme-binding domain and has two isoforms produced by alternative splicing. Isoform 1 is a sngle-pass membrane protein. Isoform 2 is located in cytoplasm. The defects in CYB5A can result in type IV hereditary methemoglobinemia.
Note
For Research Use Only , Not for Diagnostic Use.