NDUFB6

The protein encoded by this gene is a subunit of the multisubunit NADH:ubiquinone oxidoreductase (complex I). Mammalian complex I is composed of 45 different subunits. It locates at the mitochondrial inner membrane. This protein has NADH dehydrogenase activity and oxidoreductase activity. It transfers electrons from NADH to the respiratory chain. The immediate electron acceptor for the enzyme is believed to be ubiquinone. Alternative splicing occurs at this locus and three transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been identified. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2011]

Full Name

NADH:Ubiquinone Oxidoreductase Subunit B6

Function

Accessory subunit of the mitochondrial membrane respiratory chain NADH dehydrogenase (Complex I), that is believed not to be involved in catalysis. Complex I functions in the transfer of electrons from NADH to the respiratory chain. The immediate electron acceptor for the enzyme is believed to be ubiquinone.

Biological Process

Aerobic respiration Source: ComplexPortal
Mitochondrial ATP synthesis coupled electron transport Source: CAFA
Mitochondrial ATP synthesis coupled proton transport Source: ComplexPortal
Mitochondrial electron transport, NADH to ubiquinone Source: ProtInc
Mitochondrial respiratory chain complex I assembly Source: UniProtKB

Cellular Location

Mitochondrion inner membrane

Topology

Helical: 68-86