AKR1C2 (Aldo-keto Reductase Family 1 Member C2, 3-alpha-HSD3, Chlordecone Reductase Homolog HAKRD, Dihydrodiol Dehydrogenase 2, DD-2, DD2, Dihydrodiol Dehydrogenase/Bile Acid-binding Protein, DD/BABP, Trans-1,2-dihydrobenzene-1,2-diol Dehydrogenase, Type III 3-alpha-hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase, DDH2) (PE)

AKR1C2 is a member of the aldo-oxo reductase (AKR) superfamily. It catalyzes the NADP-linked oxidation of trans-dihydrodiols of aromatic hydrocarbons to corresponding catechols. AKR1C2 works in concert with the 5-alpha/5-beta-steroid reductases to convert steroid hormones into the 3-alpha/5-alpha and 3-alpha/5-beta-tetrahydrosteroids. It catalyzes the inactivation of the most potent androgen 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone (5-alpha-DHT) to 5-alpha-androstane-3-alpha,17-beta-diol (3-alpha-diol). AKR1C2 has a high bile-binding ability. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications...