Introduction
Serum amyloid A1 (SAA1) is an acute-phase protein primarily produced by the liver in response to inflammation. Its levels can rise dramatically during inflammatory events. SAA1 is believed to play a role in immune modulation, including tissue repair, antimicrobial activity, and directing immune cells to infection sites. However, persistently elevated SAA1 levels are associated with the development of secondary amyloidosis, a condition characterized by the accumulation of amyloid fibrils in various tissues and organs. This accumulation, particularly of the SAA1 cleavage product amyloid protein A, can lead to organ damage. Secondary amyloidosis is often linked to chronic inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
Description
This product consists of recombinant SAA1 protein derived from monkey and produced in E. coli. It is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain with 104 amino acids, resulting in a molecular mass of 11.8 kDa. The protein undergoes purification using proprietary chromatographic methods.
Physical Appearance
Sterile Filtered White lyophilized powder.
Formulation
The protein was lyophilized with 1x PBS at a pH of 7.4.
Solubility
To reconstitute the lyophilized SAA1, it is recommended to dissolve it in sterile 18 megaohm-cm H2O at a concentration of at least 100 micrograms/ml. This solution can be further diluted in other aqueous solutions as needed.
Stability
Lyophilized SAA1 remains stable at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. However, for long-term storage, it should be stored desiccated at a temperature below -18 degrees Celsius. After reconstitution, SAA1 can be stored at 4 degrees Celsius for 2-7 days. For extended storage, it is advised to store it at a temperature below -18 degrees Celsius. The addition of a carrier protein like HSA or BSA at a concentration of 0.1% is recommended for long-term storage. Repeated freezing and thawing should be avoided.
Purity
The purity of this product is greater than 97.0%, as determined by two methods: Reverse-Phase High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (RP-HPLC) and SDS-PAGE analysis.
Biological Activity
The biological activity of this product is assessed based on its ability to chemoattract human monocytes. This chemoattractant activity is evaluated within a concentration range of 1.0 to 10.0 ng/ml.
Synonyms
Serum amyloid A protein, SAA, Amyloid protein A, Amyloid fibril protein AA, SAA1, SAA2, PIG4, TP53I4, MGC111216.
Amino Acid Sequence
RSWFSFLGEA YDGARDMWRA YSDMKEANYK NSDKYFHARG NYDAAQRGPG GVWAAEVISD ARENIQKLLG RGAEDTLADQ AANEWGRSGK DPNHFRPAGL PEKY.