Introduction
RAN Binding Protein 3, also known as RANBP3, is a protein found in both the nucleus and cytoplasm of cells. It plays a crucial role in nuclear export, a process by which molecules are transported from the nucleus to the cytoplasm. This function is facilitated by RANBP3's RanBD1 domain, which allows it to interact with other proteins and form a complex that mediates nuclear export. In addition to its role in nuclear transport, RANBP3 also acts as a negative regulator of TGF-beta signaling. TGF-beta signaling is a cellular pathway involved in various cellular processes, including cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis. RANBP3 regulates this pathway by binding to and inhibiting the activity of R-SMAD proteins, specifically SMAD2 and SMAD3, which are key downstream effectors of the TGF-beta pathway.
Description
This product consists of the human RANBP3 protein, recombinantly produced in E. coli bacteria. This protein is not glycosylated and exists as a single polypeptide chain composed of 234 amino acids (specifically, amino acids 235-445 of the full-length protein). It has a molecular weight of 25.5 kDa. For purification and detection purposes, a 23-amino acid His-tag is fused to the N-terminus of the protein. The protein is purified using proprietary chromatographic techniques to ensure its high purity.
Physical Appearance
The product is a clear, colorless solution that has been sterilized by filtration.
Formulation
The RANBP3 protein is supplied in a solution with a concentration of 0.5 mg/ml. The solution also contains 20 mM Tris-HCl buffer (pH 8.0), 0.15 M NaCl (sodium chloride), and 10% glycerol.
Stability
For short-term storage (up to 2-4 weeks), the product can be stored at 4°C. For long-term storage, it is recommended to freeze the product at -20°C. To prevent protein degradation due to repeated freezing and thawing, it is advisable to aliquot the product into smaller portions before freezing. For optimal long-term storage, adding a carrier protein like HSA (human serum albumin) or BSA (bovine serum albumin) at a concentration of 0.1% is recommended. This helps to stabilize the protein and prevent its degradation.
Purity
The purity of the RANBP3 protein in this product is greater than 95%, as determined by SDS-PAGE analysis. This technique separates proteins based on their size, allowing for the assessment of protein purity.
Synonyms
RAN binding protein 3, RanBP3.
Amino Acid Sequence
MGSSHHHHHH SSGLVPRGSH MGSISSSLEN STNSADASSN KFVFGQNMSE RVLSPPKLNE VSSDANRENA AAESGSESSS QEATPEKESL AESAAAYTKA TARKCLLEKV EVITGEEAES NVLQMQCKLF VFDKTSQSWV ERGRGLLRLN DMASTDDGTL QSRLVMRTQG SLRLILNTKL WAQMQIDKAS EKSIRITAMD TEDQGVKVFL ISASSKDTGQ LYAALHHRIL ALRS.