Introduction
Charged multivesicular body protein 6 (CHMP6), a member of the SNF7 family, is crucial for the formation of multivesicular bodies (MVBs) and the trafficking of proteins within them. As a core component of the endosomal sorting complex required for transport III (ESCRT-III), CHMP6 participates in the creation of intraluminal vesicles (ILVs) within MVBs. These ILVs encapsulate various molecules destined for degradation in lysosomes, including activated growth factor receptors, lysosomal enzymes, and lipids.
Description
Recombinant human CHMP6, expressed in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain consisting of 225 amino acids (residues 1-201). With a molecular weight of 26.1 kDa, it appears larger on SDS-PAGE due to the presence of a 24 amino acid His-tag at the N-terminus. The protein is purified using proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
Clear, colorless, and sterile-filtered solution.
Formulation
The CHMP6 protein solution is provided at a concentration of 1 mg/ml in a buffer consisting of 20 mM Tris-HCl (pH 8.0), 2 mM DTT, 10% glycerol, and 100 mM NaCl.
Stability
For short-term storage (up to 4 weeks), the protein can be stored at 4°C. For extended periods, storage at -20°C is recommended. To ensure stability during long-term storage, the addition of a carrier protein like HSA or BSA (0.1%) is advisable. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles should be avoided.
Purity
The purity of the CHMP6 protein is greater than 95.0% as determined by SDS-PAGE analysis.
Synonyms
Charged multivesicular body protein 6, Chromatin-modifying protein 6, Vacuolar protein sorting-associated protein 20, Vps20, hVps20, CHMP6.
Amino Acid Sequence
MGSSHHHHHH SSGLVPRGSH MGSHMGNLFG RKKQSRVTEQ DKAILQLKQQ RDKLRQYQKR IAQQLERERA LARQLLRDGR KERAKLLLKK KRYQEQLLDR TENQISSLEA MVQSIEFTQI EMKVMEGLQF GNECLNKMHQ VMSIEEVERI LDETQEAVEY QRQIDELLAG SFTQEDEDAI LEELSAITQE QIELPEVPSE PLPEKIPENV PVKARPRQAE LVAAS.