Models for cytochrome c biogenesis



Three systems have evolved for the synthesis of cytochromes c.


Working models of the three distinct systems for cytochrome c biogenesis. Listed below the models are the organisms which utilize each system. All proteins shown in the cytochrome c compartments function specifically for the synthesis of c-type cytochromes, except the DsbA and DipZ proteins (system I). These latter proteins are general disulfide oxidizing and reducing enzymes, respectively.