ACER Antibodies

"ACER gene" refers to genes encoding for ceramidases, enzymes involved in the metabolism of ceramides. Ceramides are lipid molecules that play important roles in cell signaling, apoptosis (programmed cell death), and maintaining the integrity of cell membranes.

There are multiple ceramidase genes, and some of them might be referred to as ACER genes. Two examples include:

ACER1 (Alkaline Ceramidase 1): ACER1 is one of the genes that encodes an alkaline ceramidase enzyme. This enzyme is involved in the breakdown of ceramides into sphingosine and fatty acids.

ACER2 (Alkaline Ceramidase 2): ACER2 is another gene encoding an alkaline ceramidase, and it also plays a role in ceramide metabolism.

These enzymes are important for regulating the levels of ceramides in cells, influencing various cellular processes. Dysregulation of ceramide metabolism has been implicated in several diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and metabolic disorders.