Introduction
ALDH3A1, an enzyme crucial for detoxifying alcohol-derived acetaldehyde, plays a vital role in metabolizing various substances such as corticosteroids, biogenic amines, neurotransmitters, and lipid peroxidation products. It exhibits activity against aromatic aldehyde substrates and toxic aldehydes. Functioning as a cytoplasmic homodimer, ALDH3A1 oxidizes aromatic, medium-chain saturated, and unsaturated aldehydes. Moreover, it contributes to corneal protection by enhancing resistance against UV and 4-hydroxy-2-nonenal-induced oxidative stress.
Description
Recombinantly produced in E. coli, ALDH3A1 Human Recombinant is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain comprising 473 amino acids (specifically, amino acids 1 to 453). With a molecular weight of 52.5 kDa, this protein features a 20 amino acid His Tag fused at its N-terminus. Purification is achieved through proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
A clear, colorless solution that has been sterilized by filtration.
Formulation
The ALDH3A1 solution is prepared with 20mM Tris-HCl at a pH of 8, 0.1M NaCl, and 10% glycerol.
Stability
For short-term storage (2-4 weeks), keep at 4°C. For extended storage, freeze at -20°C. Adding a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA) is advisable for long-term storage. Repeated freezing and thawing cycles should be avoided.
Purity
SDS-PAGE analysis confirms a purity exceeding 95%.
Biological Activity
The specific activity is determined to be less than 1 unit/ml. This activity is measured by monitoring the increase in NADP absorbance at 340 nm, resulting from NAD reduction. One unit signifies the oxidation of 1 µmole of acetaldehyde to acetic acid per minute at a pH of 8 and a temperature of 25°C, in the presence of beta-NAD, potassium, and thiols.
Synonyms
Aldehyde dehydrogenase 3 family member A1, aldehyde dehydrogenase, dimeric NADP-preferring, ALDH-3, aldehyde dehydrogenase isozyme, ALDHIII, MGC104062, aldehyde dehydrogenase type III, Aldehyde dehydrogenase,
stomach aldehyde dehydrogenase, EC 1.2.1.53, aldehyde dehydrogenase 3A, Aldehyde dehydrogenase.
Amino Acid Sequence
MGSSHHHHHH SSGLVPRGSH MSKISEAVKR ARAAFSSGRT RPLQFRIQQL EALQRLIQEQ EQELVGALAA DLHKNEWNAY YEEVVYVLEE IEYMIQKLPE WAADEPVEKT PQTQQDELYI HSEPLGVVLV IGTWNYPFNL TIQPMVGAIA AGNAVVLKPS ELSENMASLL ATIIPQYLDK DLYPVINGGV PETTELLKER FDHILYTGST GVGKIIMTAA AKHLTPVTLE LGGKSPCYVD KNCDLDVACR RIAWGKFMNS GQTCVAPDYI LCDPSIQNQI VEKLKKSLKE FYGEDAKKSR DYGRIISARH FQRVMGLIEG QKVAYGGTGD AATRYIAPTI LTDVDPQSPV MQEEIFGPVLPIVCVRSLEE AIQFINQREK PLALYMFSSN DKVIKKMIAE TSSGGVAAND VIVHITLHSL PFGGVGNSGM GSYHGKKSFE TFSHRRSCLV RPLMNDEGLK VRYPPSPAKM TQH.