The ATP synthase subunit alpha (atpA) is a critical component of the FF ATP synthase complex, responsible for ATP synthesis in prokaryotes. In Mycoplasma agalactiae, a minimal pathogen causing contagious agalactia in ruminants, the ATP synthase plays a key role in energy metabolism despite the organism’s reduced genome and host-dependent lifestyle . Recombinant production of partial atpA enables detailed study of its structural and functional properties, aiding in understanding pathogenicity and metabolic adaptations .
Metabolic Adaptations:
Host Interaction:
| Protein | gi Accession No. | Fold Change (Infected vs. Control) | P Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATP synthase O subunit | gi|57108786 | 1.58 | 0.0212529 |
| Chain A, mitochondrial F ATPase | gi|1943080 | 5.27 | <0.0001 |
Source: Proteomic analysis of milk fat globules during infection
KEGG: maa:MAG3540