Introduction
Peptidyl-prolyl cis-trans isomerases (PPIases) are a class of enzymes that catalyze the cis-trans isomerization of proline imidic peptide bonds in oligopeptides. This isomerization is a rate-limiting step in protein folding, and PPIases accelerate this process. Cyclophilin A (CypA) is a member of the cyclophilin family of PPIases and is the most abundant cyclophilin in humans. CypA is a ubiquitously expressed protein that is found in the cytoplasm and nucleus. It binds to the immunosuppressive drug cyclosporin A (CsA) and is thought to mediate its immunosuppressive effects. CypA has been implicated in a variety of cellular processes, including protein folding, signal transduction, and cell cycle regulation. It has also been shown to interact with a number of viral proteins, including the HIV-1 capsid protein, and may play a role in viral replication.
Description
Recombinant Mouse Cyclophilin A protein was expressed in E. coli. It is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain containing 187 amino acids (1-164a.a.) and having a molecular mass of 20.4 kDa. The protein is fused to a 23 amino acid His-tag at the N-terminus and is purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
Clear, colorless, and sterile-filtered solution.
Formulation
The protein solution (0.5 mg/ml) is supplied in phosphate-buffered saline (pH 7.4) containing 10% glycerol and 1 mM DTT.
Stability
The protein is stable at 4°C for 2-4 weeks. For long-term storage, it is recommended to store the protein at -20°C. The addition of a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA) is recommended for long-term storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
The purity of the protein is greater than 95% as determined by SDS-PAGE.
Synonyms
Peptidyl-prolyl cis-trans isomerase A, PPIase A, Cyclophilin A, Cyclosporin A-binding protein, Rotamase A, SP18, Peptidyl-prolyl cis-trans isomerase A, N-terminally processed, Ppia, 2700098C05 Cphn, CyP-18, CypA.
Amino Acid Sequence
MGSSHHHHHH SSGLVPRGSH MGSMVNPTVF FDITADDEPL GRVSFELFAD KVPKTAENFR ALSTGEKGFG YKGSSFHRII PGFMCQGGDF TRHNGTGGRS IYGEKFEDEN FILKHTGPGI LSMANAGPNT NGSQFFICTA KTEWLDGKHV VFGKVKEGMN IVEAMERFGS RNGKTSKKIT ISDCGQL.