Species : |
Human |
Source : |
HEK293 |
Protein Length : |
110-660 |
Description : |
This gene is a member of the matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) gene family, that are zinc-dependent enzymes capable of cleaving components of the extracellular matrix and molecules involved in signal transduction. The protein encoded by this gene is a gelatinase A, type IV collagenase, that contains three fibronectin type II repeats in its catalytic site that allow binding of denatured type IV and V collagen and elastin. Unlike most MMP family members, activation of this protein can occur on the cell membrane. This enzyme can be activated extracellularly by proteases, or, intracellulary by its S-glutathiolation with no requirement for proteolytical removal of the pro-domain. This protein is thought to be involved in multiple pathways including roles in the nervous system, endometrial menstrual breakdown, regulation of vascularization, and metastasis. Mutations in this gene have been associated with Winchester syndrome and Nodulosis-Arthropathy-Osteolysis (NAO) syndrome. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms. |
Bio-activity : |
≥1,000 pmol/min/μg |
Molecular Mass : |
72 kDa |
Notes : |
This product was pre-activated in vitro using 4-Aminophenylmercuric acetate (APMA). Thus, it is active and ready for use. In order to save our customers from handling hazardous materials, and for environmental saving, the highly toxic and fatal APMA was removed from the final preparation. |
Storage : |
Store the product at –70 centigrade. The product retains its activity for at least 2 years as supplied. After initial thawing, it is recommended to store the protein in working aliquots at –70 centigrade. |
Storage Buffer : |
This product is supplied as a 0.22 μm-filtered solution, containing 20 mM Trizma®, pH 7.5, containing 8 mM CaCl2, 119 mM NaCl, 20% glycerol, and 0.05% Brij® 35. |
Shipping : |
Dry ice |