Introduction
When glucose is deprived in Chinese hamster K12 cells, the production of glucose-regulated protein (GRP) is activated. HSPA5, also known as BiP and belonging to the HSP70 family, is involved in protein folding and assembly within the endoplasmic reticulum. It plays a crucial role in regulating protein transport throughout the cell. HSPA5, as a stress response protein, is induced by factors or situations that negatively impact endoplasmic reticulum function. It is essential for proper glycosylation, folding, maintaining cellular equilibrium, and preventing apoptosis. Studies have shown differential expression of HSPA5 in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex of individuals with schizophrenia. Moreover, HSPA5 facilitates the entry of the hepatitis B virus large envelope protein into the mammalian endoplasmic reticulum during post-translational import. HSPA5 actively regulates various malignant characteristics, including cell growth, migration, and invasion.
Description
Recombinant Human HSPA5, produced in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain consisting of 640 amino acids (specifically, residues 20-650). It has a molecular weight of 71 kDa. This recombinant HSPA5 protein is engineered with an 8 amino acid His Tag at the C-terminus and is purified using standard chromatography methods.
Physical Appearance
A clear, colorless solution that has been sterilized by filtration.
Formulation
The HSPA5 protein solution is prepared in a buffer containing 20mM Tris-HCl at pH 8 and 10% glycerol.
Stability
For short-term storage (up to 2-4 weeks), the protein should be kept at 4°C. For extended storage, it is recommended to freeze the protein at -20°C. Adding a carrier protein (either 0.1% HSA or BSA) is advised for long-term storage. Repeated freezing and thawing of the protein should be avoided.
Purity
The purity of the protein is determined to be greater than 90% using SDS-PAGE analysis.
Synonyms
BIP, MIF2, GRP78, FLJ26106, HSPA5, 78 kDa glucose-regulated protein, GRP 78, Heat shock 70 kDa protein 5, Immunoglobulin heavy chain-binding protein, Endoplasmic reticulum lumenal Ca(2+)-binding protein grp78.
Amino Acid Sequence
MEEDKKEDVG TVVGIDLGTT YSCVGVFKNG RVEIIANDQG NRITPSYVAF TPEGERLIGD AAKNQLTSNP ENTVFDAKRL IGRTWNDPSV QQDIKFLPFK VVEKKTKPYI QVDIGGGQTK TFAPEEISAM VLTKMKETAE AYLGKKVTHA VVTVPAYFND AQRQATKDAG TIAGLNVMRI INEPTAAAIA YGLDKREGEK NILVFDLGGG TFDVSLLTID NGVFEVVATN GDTHLGGEDF DQRVMEHFIK LYKKKTGKDV RKDNRAVQKL RREVEKAKRA LSSQHQARIE IESFYEGEDF SETLTRAKFE ELNMDLFRST MKPVQKVLED SDLKKSDIDE IVLVGGSTRI PKIQQLVKEF FNGKEPSRGI NPDEAVAYGA AVQAGVLSGD QDTGDLVLLD VCPLTLGIET VGGVMTKLIP RNTVVPTKKS QIFSTASDNQ PTVTIKVYEG ERPLTKDNHL LGTFDLTGIP PAPRGVPQIE VTFEIDVNGI LRVTAEDKGT GNKNKITITN DQNRLTPEEI ERMVNDAEKF AEEDKKLKER IDTRNELESY AYSLKNQIGD KEKLGGKLSS EDKETMEKAV EEKIEWLESH QDADIEDFKA KKKELEEIVQ PIISKLYGSA GPPPTGEEDT AELEHHHHHH.