Introduction
Isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH) is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the citric acid cycle, a metabolic pathway essential for energy production within cells. IDH catalyzes the conversion of isocitrate to alpha-ketoglutarate, producing NADH and carbon dioxide in the process. This reaction is highly regulated and is influenced by factors like ADP, citrate, calcium ions, NADH, NADPH, and ATP. IDH is primarily found in the mitochondria of cells.
Description
This product consists of recombinant Saccharomyces Cerevisiae ICDH (NADP), a form of the enzyme derived from yeast cells specifically engineered for overexpression. This full-length protein is identical to the ICD1 enzyme found naturally in Saccharomyces Cerevisiae, with the exception of a single amino acid substitution (Phenylalanine to Alanine) near the N-terminal to enhance its production. The purification process involves advanced chromatographic methods to ensure high purity.
Physical Appearance
A clear solution that has been sterilized by filtration.
Formulation
Each milliliter of solution contains potassium phosphate buffer (0.075 mol/l, pH 7.1) and 50% glycerol.
Stability
For optimal storage, keep the product refrigerated at 4°C if you plan to use the entire vial within 2 to 4 weeks. For extended storage, freeze the product at -20°C. Adding a carrier protein like HSA or BSA (0.1%) is advisable for long-term storage. To maintain product integrity, avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
The purity of this product is greater than 90% as assessed by SDS-PAGE analysis.
Biological Activity
The specific activity of this enzyme preparation is 115 units per milligram.
Unit Definition
One unit of enzyme activity is defined as the amount of enzyme required to catalyze the production of 1 micromole of NAD+ per minute under specific assay conditions (25°C, pH 7.5).
Synonyms
Isocitrate dehydrogenase [NADP] cytoplasmic, EC 1.1.1.42, Cytosolic NADP-isocitrate dehydrogenase, Oxalosuccinate decarboxylase, IDH, NADP(+)-specific ICDH, IDP, PICD.