Catalogue number
HIV-145
Introduction
Integrase is an enzyme produced by the HIV which enables its genetic material to be integrated into the DNA of the infected cell and is a key component in the pre-integration complex. HIV integrase contains 3 domains, an N-terminal HH-CC zinc fingerdomainwhich is partially responsible for multimerization, a central catalytic domain and a C-terminal domain. Both Central catalytic domain and C-terminal domains have been shown to bind both viral and cellular DNA. No crystal structure data exists with Integrase bound to its DNA substrates. HIV-1 integrase functions as a dimeror a tetramer. Additionally, several host cellular proteins interact with integrase and may facilitate the integration process.
Description
The E.coli derived recombinant protein is a non-glycosylated polypeptide chain, containing the HIV-1 immunodominant regions from the p31 protein (integrase) 9-289 amino acids, fused with six histidines at N-terminus.
Source
Escherichia Coli.
Physical Appearance
Sterile filtered colorless clear solution.
Formulation
1.5M urea, 25mM Tris-HCl pH 8.0, 0.2% Triton-X & 50% Glycerol.
Purity
Greater than 95.0% as determined by HPLC analysis and SDS-PAGE.
Stability
HIV-1 Integrase p31 although stable at 4°C for 1 week, should be stored below -18°C.
Please prevent freeze thaw cycles.
Specificity
Immunoreactive with all sera of HIV-1 infected individuals.
Applications
HIV-1 Integrase p31 antigen is suitable for ELISA and Western blots, excellent antigen for early detection of HIV seroconvertors with minimal specificity problems.
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.
