The CTDSPL gene is a protein-coding gene associated with various biological processes, including phosphatase activity and phosphoprotein phosphatase activity . The recombinant form of this protein, often tagged with a His-tag for purification purposes, is produced in E. coli and corresponds to the amino acids 82-265 of the human CTDSPL .
CTDSPL plays a crucial role in the regulation of gene expression by dephosphorylating the RNA polymerase II CTD. This dephosphorylation is essential for the transition from transcription initiation to elongation and for the recycling of RNA polymerase II . The protein’s activity is vital for proper transcriptional regulation and cellular function.
Research has shown that CTDSPL can influence the expression of certain genes. For instance, CTDSPL2, a paralog of CTDSPL, has been found to increase the expression of ε- and γ-globin genes in K562 cells and CD34+ cells derived from umbilical cord blood . This finding suggests potential therapeutic applications for CTDSPL in treating conditions like sickle cell disease and β-thalassemia by reactivating fetal hemoglobin production .
Recombinant human CTDSPL is produced using bacterial expression systems, such as E. coli. The protein is typically purified using affinity chromatography, leveraging the His-tag for efficient purification . The recombinant protein is used in various research applications to study its function and potential therapeutic uses.