Introduction
RBP7, a member of a superfamily of small cytoplasmic proteins, interacts with hydrophobic ligands. This cytoplasmic protein, similar to CRBP I and CRBP II, forms β-barrel structures and plays a role in the intracellular transport of retinol. RBP7, a recently identified cellular retinol carrier, is found in the kidney, heart, and transverse colon in humans.
Description
Recombinant human RBP7, expressed in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain. It contains 154 amino acids (including a 20 amino acid His tag at the N-terminus, spanning residues 1-134) and has a molecular weight of 17.6 kDa. Purification of RBP7 is achieved using proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
Clear, colorless, and sterile-filtered solution.
Formulation
The RBP7 solution is provided at a concentration of 0.5 mg/ml in a buffer consisting of 20mM Tris-HCl (pH 8.0), 0.2M NaCl, 2mM DTT, and 20% glycerol.
Stability
For short-term storage (2-4 weeks), the product can be stored at 4°C. For extended storage, it is recommended to freeze the product at -20°C. To ensure long-term stability during frozen storage, the addition of a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA) is advised. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
Purity is determined to be greater than 90.0% using SDS-PAGE analysis.
Synonyms
Retinoid-binding protein 7, Cellular retinoic acid-binding protein 4, CRABP4, CRBP4, Cellular retinoic acid-binding protein IV, CRABP-IV, RBP7, MGC70641.
Amino Acid Sequence
MGSSHHHHHH SSGLVPRGSH MPADLSGTWT LLSSDNFEGY MLALGIDFAT RKIAKLLKPQ KVIEQNGDSF TIHTNSSLRN YFVKFKVGEE FDEDNRGLDN RKCKSLVIWD NDRLTCIQKG EKKNRGWTHW IEGDKLHLEM FCEGQVCKQT FQRA.