Secreted Phospholipase A2-IIE Human Recombinant manufactured with N-terminal His-Tag. PLA2G2E His-Tagged Fusion Protein is 15.8 kDa protein containing 123 amino acid residues of the human secreted phospholipase A2-IIE and 16 additional amino acid residues – His-Tag (underlined).
MRGSHHHHHH GMASHMNLVQ FGVMIEKMTG KSALQYNDYG CYCGIGGSHW PVDQTDWCCH AHDCCYGRLE KLGCEPKLEK YLFSVSERGI FCAGRTTCQR LTCECDKRAA LCFRRNLGTY NRKYAHYPNK LCTGPTPPC
Secreted Phospholipase A2-IIE (sPLA2-IIE) is a member of the secreted phospholipase A2 (sPLA2) family, which are enzymes involved in the hydrolysis of phospholipids at the sn-2 position, releasing free fatty acids and lysophospholipids. These enzymes play crucial roles in various physiological processes, including inflammation, host defense, and lipid metabolism .
sPLA2-IIE is characterized by its high content of disulfide bonds, typically 6-8, which contribute to its stability and activity. The enzyme specifically targets the sn-2 acyl bond of phospholipids, leading to the production of arachidonic acid, a precursor for pro-inflammatory eicosanoids . The human recombinant form of sPLA2-IIE is often produced with an N-terminal His-Tag to facilitate purification and study .
The recombinant sPLA2-IIE is commonly expressed in the yeast Pichia pastoris, which allows for high-yield production. The protein is purified using a combination of cation exchange and size-exclusion chromatography. This method ensures the production of high-purity sPLA2-IIE, which is essential for functional and structural studies .
sPLA2-IIE is involved in various biological processes:
The study of recombinant sPLA2-IIE has provided insights into its role in disease mechanisms, particularly in inflammatory and cardiovascular diseases. The high-purity recombinant protein is used in various assays to understand its enzymatic activity, substrate specificity, and potential as a therapeutic target .