The product of this gene belongs to the acyl-CoA oxidase family. It encodes the branched-chain acyl-CoA oxidase which is involved in the degradation of long branched fatty acids and bile acid intermediates in peroxisomes. Deficiency of this enzyme results in the accumulation of branched fatty acids and bile acid intermediates, and may lead to Zellweger syndrome, severe cognitive disability, and death in children. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2009]
Forensic Context
A study in aged mice demonstrated that subacute thallium exposure significantly decreased the protein level of the ACOX2 in kidneys of aged female mice, indicating inhibition of peroxisomal β-oxidation and disruption of renal energy metabolism [Yao et al. DOI:10.1016/J.Fct.2025.115700].