Recombinant Firefly Luciferase Protein

• Cat.No.: Luciferase-168F
• Product Overview: Recombinant Firefly Luciferase Protein.

Specification

• Description: Luciferase from the firefly has become one of the more widely used reporter proteins for the study of gene expression. Luciferase catalyzes a bioluminescent reaction which requires the substrate luciferin as well as Mg2+ and ATP. Mixing these reagents with the cell extract containing luciferase, results in a flash of light that decays rapidly. This light can be detected by a luminometer. The total light emission is proportional to the luciferase activity of the sample.
• Species: Firefly
• Purity: ≥95% estimated by SDS-PAGE
• Stability: ≥ 9 months
• Storage: At -80 centigrade.
• Concentration: 1 mg/mL
• Storage Buffer: 50 mM Tris buffer with 30% glycerol, pH 7.5
• Synonyms: Luciferase

Gene Information

• Synonyms: Luciferase

Reviews

05/18/2022

Worked well, happy customer.

08/30/2021

Great in lab experiments.

09/04/2020

Satisfied with the purchase.

Q&As

How is luciferase utilized in bioluminescence imaging?

It allows for real-time tracking of cellular and molecular processes in living organisms.

What is the primary function of luciferase in organisms that produce it?

Luciferase enables bioluminescence, helping organisms attract mates, prey, or deter predators.

How does luciferase produce light in a biochemical reaction?

It catalyzes the oxidation of luciferin, releasing light.

In which organisms is luciferase commonly found?

Luciferase is found in fireflies, certain jellyfish, and some fungi and bacteria.

Are there different types of luciferase, and how do they vary?

Yes, there are different types, varying in their substrate specificity and the color of emitted light.

What is the role of ATP in the luciferase reaction?

ATP provides energy for the luciferase reaction, converting luciferin to oxyluciferin.

What advantages does the use of luciferase offer in scientific research?

Luciferase provides a non-invasive and highly sensitive method for studying biological phenomena.