Recombinant Human BCMA/TNFRSF17 Protein (mFc Tag)
SKU: PKSH033485-50
Recombinant Human BCMA/TNFRSF17 Protein (mFc Tag)
SKU # | PKSH033485 |
Expression Host | HEK293 Cells |
Description
Synonyms | B-cell maturation protein, Bcm, Bcma, CD269, Tnfrsf17, Tumor necrosis factor receptor superfamily member 17 |
Species | Human |
Expression Host | HEK293 Cells |
Sequence | Met1-Ala54 |
Accession | Q02223 |
Calculated Molecular Weight | 32.5 kDa |
Observed Molecular Weight | 35-42 kDa |
Tag | C-mFc |
Bio-activity | Not validated for activity |
Properties
Purity | > 95 % as determined by reducing SDS-PAGE. |
Endotoxin | < 1.0 EU per μg of the protein as determined by the LAL method. |
Storage | Generally, lyophilized proteins are stable for up to 12 months when stored at -20 to -80℃. Reconstituted protein solution can be stored at 4-8℃ for 2-7 days. Aliquots of reconstituted samples are stable at < -20℃ for 3 months. |
Shipping | This product is provided as lyophilized powder which is shipped with ice packs. |
Formulation | Lyophilized from a 0.2 μm filtered solution of PBS, pH 7.4. Normally 5% - 8% trehalose, mannitol and 0.01% Tween 80 are added as protectants before lyophilization. Please refer to the specific buffer information in the printed manual. |
Reconstitution | Please refer to the printed manual for detailed information. |
Background
B cell maturation antigen (BCMA) is a member of the TNF receptor superfamily. It has been designated TNFRSF17. Mouse BCMA is a 185 amino acid (aa) protein consisting of a 49 aa extracellular domain; a 23 aa transmembrane domain; and a 113 aa intracellular domain. BCMA is a type III membrane protein containing one extracellular cysteine rich domain. Within the TNFRSF; it shares the highest homology with TACI. BCMA and TACI have both been shown to bind to APRIL and BAFF; members of the TNF ligand superfamily. BCMA expression has been found in immune organs and mature B cell lines. Although some expression has been observed at the cell surface; BCMA appears to be localized to the Golgi compartment. The binding of BCMA to APRIL or BAFF has been shown to stimulate IgM production in peripheral blood B cells and increase the survival of cultured B cells. This data suggests that BCMA may play an important role in B cell development;function and regulation.