Introduction
SNTA1, a member of the syntrophin gene family, is a peripheral membrane protein that associates with dystrophin and dystrophin-related proteins. Dystrophin, a large, rod-like cytoskeletal protein found on the inner surface of muscle fibers, is absent in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy patients and present in reduced amounts in Becker Muscular Dystrophy patients. Syntrophins function as cytoplasmic peripheral membrane scaffold proteins and are integral components of the dystrophin-associated protein complex. The N-terminal PDZ domain of SNTA1 interacts with the C-terminus of the pore-forming alpha subunit (SCN5A) of the cardiac sodium channel Nav1.5. Furthermore, SNTA1 links cardiac sodium channels to the nitric oxide synthase-PMCA4b (plasma membrane Ca-ATPase subtype 4b) complex in cardiomyocytes. The SNTA1 gene has been identified as a predisposition locus for Long-QT syndrome (LQT), an inherited disorder characterized by sudden cardiac death from arrhythmia, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). SNTA1 also interacts with dystrophin and dystrophin-related proteins at the neuromuscular junction, influencing intracellular calcium ion levels in muscle tissue.
Description
Recombinant human SNTA1, expressed in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain comprising 528 amino acids (1-505 a.a.). This protein has a molecular weight of 56.3 kDa and includes a 23 amino acid His-tag at the N-terminus. Purification is achieved using proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
A clear, colorless solution that has been sterilized by filtration.
Formulation
The SNTA1 protein solution is provided at a concentration of 1 mg/ml and contains the following components: 20 mM Tris-HCl buffer (pH 8.0), 10% glycerol, 1 mM DTT, and 0.15 M NaCl.
Stability
For optimal storage, the entire vial should be stored at 4°C and used within 2-4 weeks. For extended storage periods, it is recommended to freeze the protein at -20°C. The addition of a carrier protein, such as 0.1% HSA or BSA, is advisable for long-term storage. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles should be avoided.
Purity
The purity of the SNTA1 protein is determined to be greater than 80% based on SDS-PAGE analysis.
Synonyms
Alpha-1-syntrophin, 59 kDa dystrophin-associated protein A1 acidic component 1, Pro-TGF-alpha cytoplasmic domain-interacting protein 1, TACIP1, Syntrophin-1, SNTA1, SNT1, LQT12, dJ1187J4.5.
Amino Acid Sequence
MGSSHHHHHH SSGLVPRGSH MGSMASGRRA PRTGLLELRA GAGSGAGGER WQRVLLSLAE DVLTVSPADG DPGPEPGAPR EQEPAQLNGA AEPGAGPPQL PEALLLQRRR VTVRKADAGG LGISIKGGRE NKMPILISKI FKGLAADQTE ALFVGDAILS VNGEDLSSAT HDEAVQVLKK TGKEVVLEVK YMKDVSPYFK NSTGGTSVGW DSPPASPLQR QPSSPGPTPR NFSEAKHMSL KMAYVSKRCT PNDPEPRYLE ICSADGQDTL FLRAKDEASA RSWATAIQAQ VNTLTPRVKD ELQALLAATS TAGSQDIKQI GWLTEQLPSG GTAPTLALLT EKELLLYLSL PETREALSRP ARTAPLIATR LVHSGPSKGS VPYDAELSFA LRTGTRHGVD THLFSVESPQ ELAAWTRQLV DGCHRAAEGV QEVSTACTWN GRPCSLSVHI DKGFTLWAAE PGAARAVLLR QPFEKLQMSS DDGASLLFLD FGGAEGEIQL DLHSCPKTIV FIIHSFLSAK VTRLGLLA.