RALY, also known as RNA-binding protein Raly, is a member of the heterogeneous nuclear ribonucleoprotein (hnRNP) family. This protein plays a crucial role in pre-mRNA splicing and embryonic development . The human recombinant form of RALY is produced using Escherichia coli (E. coli) and is often used in laboratory research.
The RALY gene is located on chromosome 20q11.22 . The protein encoded by this gene consists of 329 amino acids and has a molecular mass of approximately 34.9 kDa . The recombinant form of RALY is fused to a 23 amino acid His-tag at the N-terminus, which facilitates its purification through chromatographic techniques .
RALY is involved in the processing of pre-mRNA, a critical step in the gene expression pathway. It binds to RNA and participates in the splicing process, which removes introns from pre-mRNA transcripts . This function is essential for the proper expression of genes and the production of functional proteins.
Additionally, RALY has been implicated in embryonic development. Its role in this process is not fully understood, but it is believed to be involved in the regulation of gene expression during early development .
The recombinant form of RALY is produced in E. coli as a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain . The protein is purified using proprietary chromatographic techniques to achieve a purity greater than 90% as determined by SDS-PAGE . The recombinant RALY protein is typically supplied in a sterile, filtered, colorless solution containing Tris-HCl buffer and glycerol .
Recombinant RALY is primarily used in laboratory research to study its function and role in various biological processes. It is also used in experiments to understand its involvement in diseases and to develop potential therapeutic interventions.
The recombinant RALY protein should be stored at 4°C if it is to be used within 2-4 weeks. For longer storage periods, it should be frozen at -20°C. To ensure stability, it is recommended to add a carrier protein such as human serum albumin (HSA) or bovine serum albumin (BSA) and to avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles .