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ApoE2 human

recombinant, expressed in E. coli, ≥90% (SDS-PAGE), ≥90% (HPLC)

Synonym(s):

Apolipoprotein E2

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CAS Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352202
NACRES:
NA.32

biological source

human

recombinant

expressed in E. coli

Assay

≥90% (HPLC)
≥90% (SDS-PAGE)

form

lyophilized

mol wt

~34 kDa

packaging

pkg of 500 μg

storage condition

avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles

impurities

endotoxin, tested

NCBI accession no.

UniProt accession no.

shipped in

wet ice

storage temp.

−20°C

Gene Information

human ... ApoE(348)

General description

Apolipoprotein E (ApoE) belongs to a group of proteins that bind reversibly with lipoproteins. Significant quantities of ApoE are produced in liver and brain and to some extent in almost every organ. ApoE is an important constituent of all plasma lipoproteins. ApoE exists in three major isoforms; E2, E3, and E4, which differ from one another by a single amino-acid substitution. Compared with E3 and E4, E2 exhibits the lowest receptor binding affinity. E2 allele carriers have significantly lower levels of total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, as well as increased ApoE levels. The gene encoding this protein is localized on human chromosome 19q13.32. Recombinant human ApoE2 is a 34.3kDa protein containing 300 amino acid residues.

Biochem/physiol Actions

In addition to facilitating solubilization of lipids, apolipoproteins help to maintain the structural integrity of lipoproteins, serve as ligands for lipoprotein receptors, and regulate the activity of enzymes involved in lipid metabolism. Apolipoprotein E (ApoE) plays an important role in lipid metabolism. It′s interaction with specific ApoE receptor enables uptake of chylomicron remnants by liver cells, which is an essential step during normal lipid metabolism. It also binds with the LDL receptor (Apo B/E). Defects in ApoE are a cause of hyperlipoproteinemia type III.

Physical form

Sterile filtered and Lyophilized without additives.

Preparation Note

Centrifuge the vial prior to opening. Avoid freeze-thaw cycles.

Reconstitution

Reconstitute in dH2O to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/ml. The solution can then be diluted into other aqueous buffers and store at 4°C for 1 week or –20°C for future use.

Disclaimer

RESEARCH USE ONLY. This product is regulated in France when intended to be used for scientific purposes, including for import and export activities (Article L 1211-1 paragraph 2 of the Public Health Code). The purchaser (i.e. enduser) is required to obtain an import authorization from the France Ministry of Research referred in the Article L1245-5-1 II. of Public Health Code. By ordering this product, you are confirming that you have obtained the proper import authorization.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable


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Genome-wide association study identifies a single major locus contributing to survival into old age; the APOE locus revisited.
Deelen J
Aging Cell, 10(4), 686-698 (2011)
Apolipoprotein E isoforms and lipoprotein metabolism.
Phillips MC
IUBMB Life, 66(9), 616-623 (2014)
Apolipoprotein E-low density lipoprotein receptor binding: study of protein-protein interaction in rationally selected docked complexes.
Prevost M and Raussens V
Proteins: Structure, Function, and Genetics, 55(4), 874-884 (2004)
Molecular mechanism of apolipoprotein E binding to lipoprotein particles.
Nguyen D
Biochemistry, 48(13), 3025-3032 (2009)
Pathogenesis of type III hyperlipoproteinemia (dysbetalipoproteinemia). Questions, quandaries, and paradoxes.
Mahley RW
Journal of Lipid Research, 40(11), 1933-1949 (1999)

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