What is the link between Pertussis toxin (PT) and G protein? how are they similar?

Question

David · Accepted Answer

1 
Running head: INTERACTION BETWEEN PERTUSSIS TOXIN AND G- PROTEIN 

2 
Interaction between Pertussis Toxin and G- Protein 
Pertussis toxin 
Pertussis toxin/PTX (a multi-subunit toxin) is a virulence factor (Weiss & Hewlett EL, 
1986) which is produced by Bordetella pertussis bacterium (Cieplak et al., 1988). 
G- Protein(s) 
G proteins are called as; “Guanine nucleotide-binding proteins”. These are the members 
of a family of proteins which gets involved in transmission of chemical signals outside the cell, 
and can also create alteration(s) inside the cell (Gilman, 1987). These proteins are able to 
communicate with numerous hormones, neurotransmitters, and other factors which take part in 
signal transduction (Sternweis & Robishaw, 1984).

What is the link between Pertussis toxin (PT) and G protein? how are they similar?

Solution

Answer To This Question Is Available To Download

Related Questions & Answers

Submit New Assignment