SUCLA1containing

SUCLA1containing refers to entities, such as genes or proteins, that contain or are associated with the SUCLA1 gene. The SUCLA1 gene, officially known as succinyl-CoA:1-carboxylase synthetase alpha subunit, encodes a protein that is a crucial component of the ATP-dependent succinyl-CoA synthetase enzyme. This enzyme plays a vital role in cellular metabolism, specifically in the citric acid cycle (also known as the Krebs cycle). The citric acid cycle is a central pathway for energy production in aerobic organisms, converting acetyl-CoA into carbon dioxide while generating ATP, NADH, and FADH2. The succinyl-CoA synthetase enzyme catalyzes the conversion of succinyl-CoA to succinate, a key step in this cycle. Therefore, SUCLA1containing entities are involved in energy metabolism and the regulation of cellular respiration. Mutations or alterations in the SUCLA1 gene can lead to disruptions in this metabolic pathway, potentially impacting cellular function and organismal health. Research into SUCLA1containing elements focuses on understanding its precise role in cellular processes, its interactions with other molecules, and its potential involvement in various physiological and pathological conditions.