Abcam, ab198028-100µL, Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-Mitofilin antibody [2E4AD5]

Supplementary information
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Biological function summary
Within the mitochondrial environment mitofilin contributes to maintaining cristae morphology which is essential for optimal mitochondrial respiration and energy production. As part of the MINOS complex mitofilin interacts with other proteins such as Mic60 and Mic10 stabilizing the structure of crista junctions. This process ensures efficient electron transport chain function ultimately supporting ATP synthesis. Without effective shaping of the cristae cellular energy metabolism deteriorates.
Pathways
Research has highlighted the importance of mitofilin in apoptosis and bioenergetics pathways. It interacts with proteins like OPA1 a dynamin-related GTPase important for mitochondrial fusion and energy metabolism. Additionally mitofilin influences the release of cytochrome c an important step in the initiation of apoptosis. Proper functioning of these pathways is critical for cellular balance and survival showing mitofilin’s broad impact on cellular processes.