Thioredoxin-Like 1 (TXNL1), also known as Thioredoxin-Related Protein 32 (TRP32), is a protein encoded by the TXNL1 gene in humans. This protein is part of the thioredoxin family, which plays a crucial role in maintaining cellular redox homeostasis. TXNL1 is involved in various cellular processes, including DNA synthesis, cell proliferation, and apoptosis.
Thioredoxin-Like 1 was first identified as a protein with disulfide oxidoreductase activity, similar to other members of the thioredoxin family . The protein contains a redox-active site with two cysteine residues, which are essential for its reducing activity. These cysteines form a disulfide bond that can be reduced to free thiols, allowing TXNL1 to participate in redox reactions.
TXNL1 functions primarily as a disulfide oxidoreductase, catalyzing the reduction of disulfide bonds in substrate proteins. This activity is crucial for maintaining the redox state of the cell and protecting against oxidative stress . TXNL1 is also involved in the regulation of various cellular processes, including:
Mutations or dysregulation of the TXNL1 gene have been associated with several diseases, including immunodeficiency and certain types of cancer . The protein’s role in redox regulation makes it a potential target for therapeutic interventions aimed at modulating oxidative stress and related pathologies.