C-Src Tyrosine Kinase, also known as CSK, is a non-receptor tyrosine kinase that plays a crucial role in regulating various cellular processes, including cell growth, migration, differentiation, and immune response . It is a member of the Src family kinases (SFKs), which are involved in signaling pathways that control these cellular functions.
C-Src Tyrosine Kinase is composed of several key domains:
The primary function of C-Src is to phosphorylate tyrosine residues located in the C-terminal tails of Src-family kinases, which regulates their activity . This phosphorylation event stabilizes SFKs in a closed, inactive conformation by engaging the SH2 domain in cis .
Recombinant human active C-Src is produced in Sf9 cells and purified via sequential chromatography . It has a molecular weight of approximately 60 kDa and a purity of 95% as determined by SDS-PAGE analysis . The biological activity of C-Src is measured by its ability to transfer phosphate groups to specific peptide substrates, with an activity of approximately 290 units/mg .
C-Src activity is tightly regulated by several mechanisms:
Recombinant C-Src Tyrosine Kinase is widely used in research to study signal transduction pathways, cancer biology, and the development of targeted therapies. Its role in regulating cell growth and differentiation makes it a valuable tool for understanding various diseases and developing new treatments.