Introduction
L-Selectin, a divalent cation-dependent carbohydrate-binding glycoprotein, plays a crucial role in cell adhesion. Its structure comprises domains homologous to lectins, epidermal growth factor, and C3/C4 binding proteins. Expressed on lymphocytes, monocytes, and granulocytes, L-Selectin binds to carbohydrates on activated endothelial cells. Shedding via proteolytic cleavage allows circulating L-Selectin levels to serve as indicators of pathological conditions. Notably, ADAM17 is responsible for L-Selectin cleavage. Functioning as a "homing receptor," L-Selectin guides leukocytes into secondary lymphoid tissues through high endothelial venules. This interaction facilitates leukocyte localization at specific sites. Additionally, naive T cells, prior to antigen encounter, display L-Selectin on their surfaces, which disappears upon activation.
Description
Recombinant Human L-Selectin, expressed in E. coli, consists of 294 amino acids (residues 39-332) and a hexahistidine tag at the N-terminus, resulting in a 37.55 kDa protein.
Physical Appearance
Clear, colorless, and sterile-filtered solution.
Formulation
The L-Selectin protein is supplied in a buffer containing 1x PBS and 50% Glycerol.
Stability
For short-term storage (1-2 weeks), keep at 4°C. For long-term storage, freeze at -20°C. Repeated freezing and thawing should be avoided.
Purity
The purity of L-Selectin is greater than 95% as determined by SDS-PAGE analysis, showing a single band on Western Blot.
Applications
This L-Selectin protein is suitable as a positive control in various immunological techniques, including Western blotting, ELISA, and immunoprecipitation. However, its biological activity has not been verified yet.
Synonyms
L-selectin, Lymph node homing receptor, Leukocyte adhesion molecule 1, LAM-1, Leukocyte surface antigen Leu-8, TQ1, gp90-MEL, Leukocyte-endothelial cell adhesion molecule 1, LECAM1, CD62 antigen-like family member L, CD62L antigen, LAM1, LNHR, LSEL, CD62L, LYAM1, Leu-8, PLNHR, hLHRc, Lyam-1, L-Sel.