Recombinant Human MBP 293 Cell Lysate

• Cat.No.: MBP-4438HCL

Specification

• Description: Antigen standard for myelin basic protein (MBP), transcript variant 8 is a lysate prepared from HEK293T cells transiently transfected with a TrueORF gene-carrying pCMV plasmid and then lysed in RIPA Buffer. Protein concentration was determined using a colorimetric assay. The antigen control carries a C-terminal Myc/DDK tag for detection.
• Source: HEK 293 cells
• Species: Human
• Components: This product includes 3 vials: 1 vial of gene-specific cell lysate, 1 vial of control vector cell lysate, and 1 vial of loading buffer. Each lysate vial contains 0.1 mg lysate in 0.1 ml (1 mg/ml) of RIPA Buffer (50 mM Tris-HCl pH7.5, 250 mM NaCl, 5 mM EDTA, 50 mM NaF, 1% NP40). The loading buffer vial contains 0.5 ml 2X SDS Loading Buffer (125 mM Tris-Cl, pH6.8, 10% glycerol, 4% SDS, 0.002% Bromophenol blue, 5% beta-mercaptoethanol).
• Size: 0.1 mg
• Storage Instruction: Store at -80°C. Minimize freeze-thaw cycles. After addition of 2X SDS Loading Buffer, the lysates can be stored at -20°C. Product is guaranteed 6 months from the date of shipment.
• Applications: ELISA, WB, IP. WB: Mix equal volume of lysates with 2X SDS Loading Buffer. Boil the mixture for 10 min before loading (for membrane protein lysates, incubate the mixture at room temperature for 30 min). Load 5 ug lysate per lane.
• Tag: Non

Gene Information

• Gene Name: MBP myelin basic protein [ Homo sapiens ]
• Official Symbol: MBP
• Synonyms: MBP; myelin basic protein; Golli-MBP; myelin basic protein; myelin A1 protein; myelin membrane encephalitogenic protein; MGC99675
• Gene ID: 4155
• mRNA Refseq: NM_001025100
• Protein Refseq: NP_001020271
• MIM: 159430
• UniProt ID: P02686
• Chromosome Location: 18q23
• Pathway: MAPK Cascade, organism-specific biosystem
• Function: structural constituent of myelin sheath

Reviews

12/21/2019

Product exactly as described.

07/27/2018

Worked well in ELISA.

05/13/2018

Excellent customer support, helpful.

Q&As

What is the primary function of the MBP gene and its encoded protein?

The MBP gene encodes the Myelin Basic Protein, which is a major constituent of the myelin sheath of oligodendrocytes and Schwann cells in the nervous system.

How is MBP expression regulated during neural development?

MBP expression is tightly regulated during neural development. It increases as oligodendrocytes differentiate and begin to form the myelin sheath around axons.

What role does MBP play in multiple sclerosis (MS)?

In multiple sclerosis (MS), an autoimmune disease, MBP is one of the targets for immune cells. The immune system attacks and degrades the myelin sheath, leading to the characteristic symptoms of MS.

What are the implications of MBP in demyelinating diseases beyond MS?

Other than MS, demyelinating diseases like Pelizaeus-Merzbacher disease and some leukodystrophies can be linked to issues with MBP. These conditions can lead to a range of neurological symptoms due to impaired nerve transmission.

Are there any therapeutic strategies targeting MBP or its pathways in neurodegenerative diseases?

Therapeutic strategies targeting MBP mainly focus on preventing the immune system from attacking it, especially in the context of MS. This includes the development of immunomodulatory drugs and therapies to promote remyelination.

Are there any known diseases or conditions associated with mutations or dysregulation of MBP?

Beyond MS, mutations or dysregulation of MBP can lead to other rare demyelinating diseases and some forms of leukodystrophy.

How does MBP contribute to the structure and function of myelin sheaths in the nervous system?

MBP plays a crucial role in the formation of the myelin sheath, a fatty layer that insulates nerve fibers. It helps compact and stabilize the layers of myelin, ensuring efficient nerve signal transmission.