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internode region of axon
Definition
Target type: cellularcomponent
An axon part that is located between the nodes of Ranvier and surrounded by compact myelin sheath. [GOC:mah, GOC:mh]
The internode region of an axon is the segment between two adjacent nodes of Ranvier. It is characterized by the presence of a myelin sheath, a multi-layered membrane wrapping that acts as an insulator, enhancing the speed of nerve impulse conduction. The cellular components of the internode region include:
1. **Myelinating Glia:** In the central nervous system (CNS), oligodendrocytes wrap their plasma membrane around axons, forming the myelin sheath. In the peripheral nervous system (PNS), Schwann cells perform the same function.
2. **Axon:** The axon itself, the long, slender projection of a neuron, is a key component of the internode region. It is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses.
3. **Axolemma:** This is the plasma membrane of the axon, which lies directly beneath the myelin sheath. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the electrical gradient necessary for nerve impulse conduction.
4. **Neurofilaments:** These are intermediate filaments found within the axon, providing structural support and maintaining the axon's shape.
5. **Microtubules:** These are cylindrical structures that run along the length of the axon, facilitating the transport of molecules and organelles within the axon.
6. **Axoplasmic Reticulum:** This is a network of smooth endoplasmic reticulum within the axon, involved in the synthesis and transport of lipids and proteins.
7. **Mitochondria:** These organelles are responsible for generating energy (ATP) for the axon's metabolic processes.
8. **Nodes of Ranvier:** Although not technically part of the internode region, these gaps between myelin segments are crucial for nerve impulse propagation. They contain high concentrations of voltage-gated sodium channels that allow for rapid depolarization of the axon membrane.
The specific composition and organization of these cellular components can vary depending on the type of axon and the location in the nervous system. However, the basic principle of a myelin-wrapped axon with specialized structures for efficient impulse conduction remains constant.'
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Proteins (1)
| Protein | Definition | Taxonomy |
|---|---|---|
| Tubulin beta-4A chain | A tubulin beta-4A chain that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P04350] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Compounds (60)
| Compound | Definition | Classes | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|
| nocodazole | aromatic ketone; benzimidazoles; carbamate ester; thiophenes | antimitotic; antineoplastic agent; microtubule-destabilising agent; tubulin modulator | |
| vincristine | acetate ester; formamides; methyl ester; organic heteropentacyclic compound; organic heterotetracyclic compound; tertiary alcohol; tertiary amino compound; vinca alkaloid | antineoplastic agent; drug; microtubule-destabilising agent; plant metabolite; tubulin modulator | |
| colchicine | (S)-colchicine : A colchicine that has (S)-configuration. It is a secondary metabolite, has anti-inflammatory properties and is used to treat gout, crystal-induced joint inflammation, familial Mediterranean fever, and many other conditions. | alkaloid; colchicine | anti-inflammatory agent; gout suppressant; mutagen |
| kokusaginine | kokusaginine: antimalarial alkaloid from Teclea afzelii; structure in first source | organic heterotricyclic compound; organonitrogen heterocyclic compound; oxacycle | |
| podophyllotoxin | Podophyllum: A genus of poisonous American herbs, family BERBERIDACEAE. The roots yield PODOPHYLLOTOXIN and other pharmacologically important agents. The plant was formerly used as a cholagogue and cathartic. It is different from the European mandrake, MANDRAGORA. | furonaphthodioxole; lignan; organic heterotetracyclic compound | antimitotic; antineoplastic agent; keratolytic drug; microtubule-destabilising agent; plant metabolite; tubulin modulator |
| vinblastine | |||
| desacetamidocolchicine | desacetamidocolchicine: structure given in first source | ||
| thiocholchicine | thiocholchicine: RN refers to (S)-isomer | ||
| parbendazole | parbendazole: anthelmintic used against a variety of gastrointestinal parasites; minor descriptor (75-86); on-line & INDEX MEDICUS search BENZIMIDAZOLES; RN given refers to parent cpd | benzimidazoles; carbamate ester | |
| paclitaxel | Taxus: Genus of coniferous yew trees or shrubs, several species of which have medicinal uses. Notable is the Pacific yew, Taxus brevifolia, which is used to make the anti-neoplastic drug taxol (PACLITAXEL). | taxane diterpenoid; tetracyclic diterpenoid | antineoplastic agent; human metabolite; metabolite; microtubule-stabilising agent |
| 2-demethylthiocolchicine | 2-demethylthiocolchicine: RN & structure given in first source; RN not in Chemline 10/85 | ||
| 3-demethylthiocolchicine | 3-demethylthiocolchicine: RN & structure given in first source; RN not in Chemline 10/85 | ||
| quercetin 5,7,3',4'-tetramethyl ether | quercetin 5,7,3',4'-tetramethyl ether : A tetramethoxyflavone that is the 5,7,3',4'-tetramethy-derivative of quercetin. | flavonols; tetramethoxyflavone | plant metabolite |
| 5,4'-dihydroxy-3,6,7,8,3'-pentamethoxyflavone | 5,4'-dihydroxy-3,6,7,8,3'-pentamethoxyflavone: a flavonol isolated from Polanisia dodecandra; structure given in first source | ||
| 5-hydroxy-3,6,7,8,3',4'-hexamethoxyflavone | 5-hydroxy-3,6,7,8,3',4'-hexamethoxyflavone: has antineoplastic activity; structure in first source | ether; flavonoids | |
| docetaxel | hydrate; secondary alpha-hydroxy ketone | antineoplastic agent | |
| levofloxacin | levofloxacin : An optically active form of ofloxacin having (S)-configuration; an inhibitor of bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase. Levofloxacin: The L-isomer of Ofloxacin. | 9-fluoro-3-methyl-10-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)-7-oxo-2,3-dihydro-7H-[1,4]oxazino[2,3,4-ij]quinoline-6-carboxylic acid; fluoroquinolone antibiotic; quinolone antibiotic | antibacterial drug; DNA synthesis inhibitor; EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor; topoisomerase IV inhibitor |
| 3,3',4',5,6,7,8-heptamethoxyflavone | 3,3',4',5,6,7,8-heptamethoxyflavone: has anti-inflammatory activity; isolated from citrus fruit; exhibit antiadhesive action on platelets | ether; flavonoids | |
| ustiloxin d | ustiloxin D: an antimitotic cyclic peptide; from false smut balls on rice panicles caused by Ustilaginoidea virens; structure given in first source | oligopeptide | |
| 4'-demethyldesoxypodophyllotoxin | 4'-demethyldeoxypodophyllotoxin : A member of the class of furonaphthodioxoles that is (5R,5aR,8aR)-5,8,8a,9-tetrahydro-2H-furo[3',4':6,7]naphtho[2,3-d][1,3]dioxol-6(5aH)-one substituted at position 5 by a 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl group. 4'-demethyldesoxypodophyllotoxin: from the root of Bursera tonkinensis Guillaum; structure in first source | furonaphthodioxole; gamma-lactone; lignan; methoxybenzenes; phenols | antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; immunosuppressive agent; plant metabolite |
| 2-phenyl-4-oxohydroquinoline | 2-phenyl-4-oxohydroquinoline: structure given in first source | ||
| ustiloxin a | ustiloxin A: a modified peptide from the fungus Ustilaginoidea virens or false smut ball; structurally similar to phomopsin A; structure given in first source | ||
| vinblastine sulfate | alkaloid sulfate salt | ||
| vincaleukoblastine | acetate ester; indole alkaloid fundamental parent; methyl ester; organic heteropentacyclic compound; organic heterotetracyclic compound; tertiary alcohol; tertiary amino compound; vinca alkaloid | antineoplastic agent; immunosuppressive agent; microtubule-destabilising agent; plant metabolite | |
| gardenin a | gardenin A: promotes neurite outgrowth; structure in first source | ||
| noscapine | (-)-noscapine : A benzylisoquinoline alkaloid that is 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline which is substituted by a 4,5-dimethoxy-3-oxo-1,3-dihydro-2-benzofuran-1-yl group at position 1, a methylenedioxy group at positions 6-7 and a methoxy group at position 8. Obtained from plants of the Papaveraceae family, it lacks significant painkilling properties and is primarily used for its antitussive (cough-suppressing) effects. Noscapine: A naturally occurring opium alkaloid that is a centrally acting antitussive agent. | aromatic ether; benzylisoquinoline alkaloid; cyclic acetal; isobenzofuranone; organic heterobicyclic compound; organic heterotricyclic compound; tertiary amino compound | antineoplastic agent; antitussive; apoptosis inducer; plant metabolite |
| 3',4',5'-trimethoxyflavone | 3',4',5'-trimethoxyflavone: structure in first source | ether; flavonoids | |
| anthricin | anthricin: antitumor constituent from Anthriscus sylvestris (L.) Hoffm; structure in first source deoxypodophyllotoxin : A member of the class of furonaphthodioxoles that is (5R,5aR,8aR)-5,8,8a,9-tetrahydro-2H-furo[3',4':6,7]naphtho[2,3-d][1,3]dioxol-6(5aH)-one substituted at position 5 by a 3,4,5-trimethoxyphenyl group. | furonaphthodioxole; gamma-lactone; lignan; methoxybenzenes | antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; plant metabolite |
| 5-demethylnobiletin | 5-demethylnobiletin: antineoplastic from Citrus plants; structure in first source | ether; flavonoids | |
| 5,3'-dihydroxy-3,6,7,8,4'-pentamethoxyflavone | 5,3'-dihydroxy-3,6,7,8,4'-pentamethoxyflavone: an antineoplastic flavonol isolated from Polanisia dodecandra; structure given in first source | ||
| epothilone b | epothilone; epoxide | antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; microtubule-stabilising agent | |
| chalcone | trans-chalcone : The trans-isomer of chalcone. | chalcone | EC 3.2.1.1 (alpha-amylase) inhibitor |
| 2-amino-3-cyano-7-(dimethylamino)-4-(3-methoxy-4,5-methylenedioxyphenyl)-4h-chromene | 2-amino-3-cyano-7-(dimethylamino)-4-(3-methoxy-4,5-methylenedioxyphenyl)-4H-chromene: induces apoptosis; structure in first source | ||
| e 7010 | E 7010: inhibits tubulin polymerization; structure given in first source | sulfonamide | |
| eupatilin | eupatilin : A trimethoxyflavone that is flavone substituted by hydroxy groups at C-5 and C-7 and methoxy groups at C-6, C-3' and C-4' respectively. Isolated from Citrus reticulata and Salvia tomentosa, it exhibits anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer and antineoplastic activities. eupatilin: isolated from Artemisia argyi | dihydroxyflavone; trimethoxyflavone | anti-inflammatory agent; anti-ulcer drug; antineoplastic agent; EC 1.13.11.34 (arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase) inhibitor; metabolite |
| ayanin | 3',5-dihydroxy-3,4',7-trimethoxyflavone : A trimethoxyflavone that is quercetin in which the hydroxy groups at positions 3, 4' and 7 have been replaced by methoxy groups. ayanin: has cytoprotective and anti-neuroinflammatory activities; isolated from Croton schiedeanus (Euphorbiaceae); structure in first source | dihydroxyflavone; trimethoxyflavone | plant metabolite |
| morin | morin : A pentahydroxyflavone that is 7-hydroxyflavonol bearing three additional hydroxy substituents at positions 2' 4' and 5. morin: a light yellowish pigment found in the wood of old fustic (Chlorophora tinctoria) | 7-hydroxyflavonol; pentahydroxyflavone | angiogenesis modulating agent; anti-inflammatory agent; antibacterial agent; antihypertensive agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; EC 5.99.1.2 (DNA topoisomerase) inhibitor; hepatoprotective agent; metabolite; neuroprotective agent |
| santin | santin : A trimethoxyflavone that is flavone substituted by methoxy groups at positions 3, 6 and 4' and hydroxy groups at positions 5 and 7 respectively. santin: from Tanacetum microphyllum; structure given in first source | dihydroxyflavone; trimethoxyflavone | plant metabolite |
| curacin a | curacin A: RN refers to curacin A (the Z,E,E-isomer), the major lipid component of a strain of the marine cyanobacterium Lyngbya majuscula; structure given in first source | thiazoles | |
| vinorelbine | acetate ester; methyl ester; organic heteropentacyclic compound; organic heterotetracyclic compound; ring assembly; vinca alkaloid | antineoplastic agent; photosensitizing agent | |
| centaureidin | centaureidin : A trihydroxyflavone that consists of quercetagetin in which the hydroxy groups at positions 3, 6 and 4' have been replaced by methoxy groups. It has been isolated from Eremophila mitchellii and Athroisma proteiforme. centaureidin: structure given in first source; isolated from Tanacetum microphyllum, Brickellia veronicaefolia | trihydroxyflavone; trimethoxyflavone | antineoplastic agent; cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor; cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitor; plant metabolite |
| eupatin | eupatin : A trimethoxyflavone that is quercetagetin methylated at positions 4', 6 and 7. | flavonols; trihydroxyflavone; trimethoxyflavone | |
| 5,7-dihydroxy-4',6-dimethoxyflavone | 5,7-dihydroxy-4',6-dimethoxyflavone: from Cirsium japonicum D. C. pectolinarigenin : A dimethoxyflavone that is the 6,4'-dimethyl ether derivative of scutellarein. | dihydroxyflavone; dimethoxyflavone | plant metabolite |
| fosbretabulin | stilbenoid | ||
| 5,7,3'-trihydroxy-3,4'-dimethoxyflavone | 5,7,3'-trihydroxy-3,4'-dimethoxyflavone: induced cell death in human leukemia cells is dependent on caspases and activates the MAPK pathway; structure in first source quercetin 3,4'-dimethyl ether : A dimethoxyflavone that is the 3,4'-dimethyl ether derivative of quercetin. Isolated from Combretum quadrangulare, it exhibits antineoplastic activity. | dimethoxyflavone; trihydroxyflavone | antineoplastic agent; metabolite |
| 1-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-(3,4,5-trimethoxyphenyl)ethene | |||
| vinblastine sulfate | |||
| ternatin (flavonoid) | ternatin (flavonoid): from Sceptridium ternatum; also isolated from Egletes viscosa; structure in first source | ether; flavonoids | |
| cryptophycin 1 | |||
| pironetin | pironetin: a microbial secondary metabolite having the activity of shortening plant height from Streptomyces sp.; structure in first source | aliphatic alcohol | |
| ave-8063 | AVE-8063: has both antivascular and antineoplastic activities; structure in first source | ||
| dolastatin 10 | dolastatin 10 : A tetrapeptide that is isolated from the sea hare Dolabella auricularia. It is a potent anticancer agent which inhibits tubulin polymerization. dolastatin 10: from mollusk Dolabella auricularia; contains four amino acids, dolavaline, dolaisoleucine, dolaproine, valine and the primary amine dolaphenine; deo-dolastatin 10 is a new dolastatin 10 chiral derivative with MW of 784 | 1,3-thiazoles; tetrapeptide | animal metabolite; antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; marine metabolite; microtubule-destabilising agent |
| 3-hydroxy-4,3',4',5'-tetramethoxychalcone | 3-hydroxy-4,3',4',5'-tetramethoxychalcone: structure in first source | ||
| nsc 348103 | |||
| dolastatin 15 | dolastatin 15: from Dolabella auricularia; seven subunit depsipeptide | ||
| arenastatin a | |||
| zampanolide | zampanolide: structure in first source | ||
| kx-01 | |||
| isocombretastatin a-4 | |||
| 2-styrylquinazolin-4(3h)-one | 2-styrylquinazolin-4(3H)-one: structure given in first source |