NUDT16L1 is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain consisting of 231 amino acids, with a molecular mass of approximately 25.5 kDa . The human recombinant form of NUDT16L1 is produced in Escherichia coli (E. coli) and is fused with a 20 amino acid His tag at the N-terminus to facilitate purification .
The primary function of NUDT16L1 is to hydrolyze nucleoside diphosphates linked to other moieties, which is crucial for maintaining cellular homeostasis. By breaking down potentially harmful nucleotide derivatives, NUDT16L1 helps to prevent the accumulation of these compounds, which could otherwise lead to cellular damage.
NUDT16L1 plays a significant role in various cellular processes, including:
The recombinant form of NUDT16L1 is widely used in research to study its enzymatic activity and its role in cellular processes. It is also used to investigate potential therapeutic applications, such as targeting NUDT16L1 for the treatment of diseases associated with nucleotide metabolism disorders.