This entry represents the C-terminal domain of the AftB family. The AftB family is involved in the biosynthesis of the arabinogalactan (AG) region of the mycolylarabinogalactan-peptidoglycan (mAGP) complex, a crucial component of the cell wall in cer ...
This entry represents the C-terminal domain of the AftB family. The AftB family is involved in the biosynthesis of the arabinogalactan (AG) region of the mycolylarabinogalactan-peptidoglycan (mAGP) complex, a crucial component of the cell wall in certain bacteria. Members of this family catalyze the transfer of arabinofuranosyl (Araf) residues from the sugar donor decaprenyl-phospho-arabinose (DPA) to the arabinan domain. This process results in the formation of terminal beta-(1->2)-linked Araf residues, which signifies the completion of AG arabinan biosynthesis prior to the addition of mycolic acids. This function is essential for maintaining the structural integrity and functionality of the bacterial cell wall.
