Catalogue number
PRO-286
Synonyms
Superoxide dismutase [Cu-Zn], EC 1.15.1.1, SOD1, SOD, ALS, ALS1, IPOA.
Introduction
Human Cu/Zn Superoxide Dismutase (SOD1) catalyzes the reaction between superoxide anions and hydrogen to yield molecular oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. The enzyme protects the cell against dangerous levels of superoxide. SOD1 binds copper and zinc ions and is 1 of 3 isozymes accountable for destroying free superoxide radicals in the body. The encoded protein neutralizes supercharged oxygen molecules, which can damage cells if their levels are not controlled. Mutations in SOD1 cause a form of familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Description
Recombinant Human Cu/Zn Superoxide Dismutase produced in E.Coli is a non-glycosylated homodimeric polypeptide chain containing 2 x 153 amino acids and having a total molecular mass of 31.6kDa.
Source
Escherichia Coli.
Physical Appearance
Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder.
Formulation
Lyophilized from a 0.2μm filtered concentrated (1mg/ml) solution in PBS, pH 7.4.
Solubility
It is recommended to reconstitute the lyophilized SOD in sterile 18MΩ-cm H2O not less than 100µg/ml, which can then be further diluted to other aqueous solutions.
Stability
Lyophilized SOD although stable at room temperature for 3 weeks, should be stored desiccated below -18°C. Upon reconstitution SOD should be stored at 4°C between 2-7 days and for future use below -18°C.
For long term storage it is recommended to add a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA).
Please prevent freeze-thaw cycles.
Amino acid sequence
ATKAVCVLKG DGPVQGIINF EQKESNGPVK VWGSIKGLTE GLHGFHVHEF GDNTAGCTSA GPHFNPLSRK HGGPKDEERH VGDLGNVTAD KDGVADVSIE DSVISLSGDH CIIGRTLVVH EKADDLGKGG NEESTKTGNA GSRLACGVIG IAQ.
Purity
Greater than 95.0% as determined by: (a) Analysis by RP-HPLC.
(b) Analysis by SDS-PAGE.
Biological Activity
The potency per mg was tested by Pyrogallic Acid method and was found to be more than 10,000 Units/mg.
Safety Data Sheet
Usage
ProSpec's products are furnished for LABORATORY RESEARCH USE ONLY. The product may not be used as drugs, agricultural or pesticidal products, food additives or household chemicals.
