Introduction
Peroxiredoxin 3 (PRDX3) belongs to the peroxiredoxin family of antioxidant enzymes, known for reducing hydrogen peroxide and alkyl hydroperoxides. Found primarily in mitochondria, PRDX3 plays a crucial role in regulating cellular redox balance by acting as a first line of defense against hydrogen peroxide generated during respiration. It's a key regulator of mitochondrial H2O2 levels, which can induce apoptosis in conjunction with other apoptotic signaling molecules. Decreased levels of PRDX3 mitochondrial protein are observed in Alzheimer's Disease and Down Syndrome.
Description
Recombinant Human PRDX3, produced in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain consisting of 195 amino acids (residues 63-256). With a molecular weight of 21.5 kDa, it is purified using proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
Clear, colorless solution, sterile-filtered.
Formulation
The PRDX3 solution is supplied in 20mM Tris-HCl buffer at pH 8, with 10% glycerol.
Stability
For short-term storage (2-4 weeks), keep at 4°C. For extended storage, freeze at -20°C. Adding a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA) is recommended for long-term storage. Minimize repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
Purity exceeds 95.0% as determined by SDS-PAGE analysis.
Biological Activity
The specific activity of the enzyme is measured at approximately 82-83 picomoles of hydroperoxide reduced per minute per microgram of enzyme. This is determined by incubating PRDX3 with peroxide at room temperature for 20 minutes and measuring the remaining peroxide. Specific activity, in this context, refers to the amount of hydroperoxide reduced by 1 microgram of enzyme in 1 minute at 25°C.
Synonyms
AOP1, MER5, AOP-1, SP-22, PRO1748, MGC24293, MGC104387, PRDX3, Thioredoxin-dependent peroxide reductase mitochondrial, Peroxiredoxin-3, PRX III, Antioxidant protein 1, Protein MER5 homolog, HBC189.
Amino Acid Sequence
MPAVTQHAPY FKGTAVVNGE FKDLSLDDFK GKYLVLFFYP LDFTFVCPTE IVAFSDKANE FHDVNCEVVA VSVDSHFSHL AWINTPRKNG GLGHMNIALL SDLTKQISRD YGVLLEGSGL ALRGLFIIDP NGVIKHLSVN DLPVGRSVEE TLRLVKAFQY VETHGEVCPA NWTPDSPTIK PSPAASKEYF QKVNQ.