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AB130029

Recombinant human Catalase protein (His tag N-Terminus)

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Recombinant human Catalase protein (His tag N-Terminus) is a Human Full Length protein, in the 1 to 527 aa range, expressed in Escherichia coli, with >90%, suitable for SDS-PAGE, FuncS.

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Catalase, CAT

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SDS-PAGE - Recombinant human Catalase protein (His tag N-Terminus) (AB130029)
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SDS-PAGE - Recombinant human Catalase protein (His tag N-Terminus) (AB130029)

15% SDS-PAGE analysis of 3 μg ab130029.

Key facts

Purity

>90% SDS-PAGE

Expression system

Escherichia coli

Tags

His tag N-Terminus

Applications

SDS-PAGE, FuncS

applications

Biologically active

Yes

Biological activity

Specific activity is > 70,000 units/mg. One unit will decompose 1.0 μmole of H2O2 per minute at pH 8.0 at 25Co.

Accession

P04040

Animal free

No

Carrier free

No

Species

Human

Storage buffer

pH: 8 Constituents: 10% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.88% Sodium chloride, 0.32% Tris HCl

storage-buffer

Reactivity data

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Sequence info

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Properties and storage information

Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage duration
1-2 weeks
Appropriate short-term storage conditions
+4°C
Appropriate long-term storage conditions
-20°C
Aliquoting information
Upon delivery aliquot
Storage information
Avoid freeze / thaw cycle
True

Supplementary information

This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.

Catalase also known as CAT is an enzyme that catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen. This enzyme has a molecular weight of approximately 240 kDa and typically forms a tetramer. Catalase mainly resides in peroxisomes functioning as a peroxisome marker. It expresses abundantly in the liver kidneys and erythrocytes where it plays significant roles in cellular protection against oxidative damage. The presence of Catalase makes it an ideal candidate for use in peroxisome staining and peroxisome image analysis in research.
Biological function summary

Catalase contributes to antioxidant defense by breaking down hydrogen peroxide preventing cellular damage. In peroxisomes it works alongside other peroxisomal enzymes to maintain cell health and metabolic regulation. Catalase does not form a complex but interacts closely with other enzymes like superoxide dismutase which dismutates superoxide radicals into less harmful substances. Increased Catalase activity levels can be measured using Catalase activity kits and activity assays allowing us to learn about peroxisome function.

Pathways

Hydrogen peroxide removal by Catalase is vital in the reactive oxygen species (ROS) metabolic process and plays a part in the cellular response to oxidative stress. Catalase interacts with the glutathione peroxidase pathway safeguarding cells from oxidative stress-related damage. Superoxide dismutase works synergistically with Catalase transforming superoxide anions into hydrogen peroxide before its decomposition by Catalase. These activities highlight the essential role Catalase plays in protecting cells from oxidative stress damage.

Catalase relates to conditions like acatalasemia and diabetes. Acatalasemia a condition caused by a deficiency of Catalase increases the risk of developing diabetes and other oxidative stress-related diseases. Mutations in the CAT gene can lead to decreased Catalase activity contributing to the onset of these conditions. Additionally Catalase works with other proteins like glutathione peroxidase in mitigating the effects of oxidative stress with deficiencies potentially exacerbating complications in diabetes management.

Specifications

Form

Liquid

Additional notes

ab130029 was purified using conventional chromatography techniques.

General info

Function

Catalyzes the degradation of hydrogen peroxide (H(2)O(2)) generated by peroxisomal oxidases to water and oxygen, thereby protecting cells from the toxic effects of hydrogen peroxide (PubMed : 7882369). Promotes growth of cells including T-cells, B-cells, myeloid leukemia cells, melanoma cells, mastocytoma cells and normal and transformed fibroblast cells (PubMed : 7882369).

Sequence similarities

Belongs to the catalase family.

Subcellular localisation

Peroxisome

Product protocols

Target data

Catalyzes the degradation of hydrogen peroxide (H(2)O(2)) generated by peroxisomal oxidases to water and oxygen, thereby protecting cells from the toxic effects of hydrogen peroxide (PubMed : 7882369). Promotes growth of cells including T-cells, B-cells, myeloid leukemia cells, melanoma cells, mastocytoma cells and normal and transformed fibroblast cells (PubMed : 7882369).
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Publications (1)

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Journal of materials science. Materials in medicine 33:62 PubMed36057883

2022

Silibinin-modified Hydroxyapatite coating promotes the osseointegration of titanium rods by activation SIRT1/SOD2 signaling pathway in diabetic rats.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Zhou-Shan Tao,Hai-Sheng Wang,Tian-Lin Li,Shan Wei
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