Introduction
CCL3L1, a small cytokine belonging to the CC chemokine family, is encoded by a gene located on chromosome 17q, clustered among other cytokine genes. This chemokine plays a crucial role in immune regulation and inflammatory responses. CCL3L1 interacts with multiple chemokine receptors, including CCBP2 and CCR5. Notably, CCR5 serves as a co-receptor for HIV, and CCL3L1 binding to CCR5 can inhibit HIV entry.
Description
Recombinant human CCL3L1, produced in E. coli, is a single-chain polypeptide. This non-glycosylated protein comprises 70 amino acids, resulting in a molecular weight of 7.7 kDa. The purification of CCL3L1 is achieved through proprietary chromatographic methods.
Physical Appearance
White, lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder, sterile filtered.
Formulation
Lyophilized from a 0.2 µm filtered solution concentrated in 1xPBS, pH 7.4.
Solubility
Reconstitute the lyophilized CCL3L1 in sterile 18 MΩ·cm H₂O to a concentration of at least 100 µg/ml. This solution can be further diluted in other aqueous solutions.
Stability
While lyophilized CCL3L1 remains stable at room temperature for up to 3 weeks, storage in desiccated conditions below -18°C is recommended. After reconstitution, store CCL3L1 at 4°C for 2-7 days. For long-term storage, freeze at -18°C. Adding a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA) is recommended for long-term storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
Purity exceeding 97.0% as determined by: (a) RP-HPLC analysis, and (b) SDS-PAGE analysis.
Biological Activity
Biological activity is evaluated based on the chemokine's capacity to chemoattract human monocytes within a concentration range of 1.0-10.0 ng/ml.
Synonyms
C-C motif chemokine 3-like 1, G0/G1 switch regulatory protein 19-2, LD78-beta(1-70), PAT 464.2, Small-inducible cytokine A3-like 1, Tonsillar lymphocyte LD78 beta protein, CCL3L1, D17S1718, G0S19-2, SCYA3L1, LD78, 464.2, SCYA3L, LD78BETA, MGC12815.
Amino Acid Sequence
APLAADTPTA CCFSYTSRQI PQNFIADYFE TSSQCSKPSV IFLTKRGRQV CADPSEEWVQ KYVSDLELSA.