Alpha-2-Macroglobulin is able to inhibit all four classes of proteinases by a unique 'trapping' mechanism. Alpha-2-Macroglobulin has a peptide stretch, called the 'bait region' which contains specific cleavage sites for different proteinases. When a proteinase cleaves the bait region, a conformational change is induced in the protein which traps the proteinase. The entrapped enzyme remains active against low molecular weight substrates (activity against high molecular weight substrates is greatly reduced). Following cleavage in the bait region, a thioester bond is hydrolyzed and mediates the covalent binding of the protein to the proteinase.
应用类型
ELISA,Immunohistochemistry,Western Blot,
免疫原
a2-Macroglobulin [Human Plasma]
来源宿主
Goat
反应性
H. sapiens (Human)
保存建议
Store vial at 4° C prior to restoration. For extended storage aliquot contents and freeze at -20° C or below. Avoid cycles of freezing and thawing. Centrifuge product if not completely clear after standing at room temperature. This product is stable for several weeks at 4° C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use.
