Recombinant Macaca fascicularis BEST1 is typically expressed in E. coli systems to ensure high yield and cost-effectiveness. Key steps include:
Vector Design: Full-length BEST1 cDNA cloned into expression vectors with N-terminal His-tags for affinity purification .
Expression: Induced in E. coli under optimized conditions (e.g., IPTG induction).
Purification: Nickel-affinity chromatography followed by dialysis to remove endotoxins .
Recombinant BEST1 enables electrophysiological studies to dissect its role as a Ca²⁺-activated Cl⁻ channel. Key findings include:
Bestrophinopathies: Over 200 BEST1 mutations cause retinal degenerations. Recombinant cynomolgus BEST1 aids in:
| Mutation | Functional Defect | Therapeutic Approach | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| P274R | Loss of Cl⁻ current | Viral gene supplementation | |
| Y227N | Dominant-negative effect on WT channels | CRISPR knockdown + gene augmentation |
Cynomolgus BEST1 aligns closely with human and murine homologs, enabling cross-species translational research:
KEGG: mcf:101925702
UniGene: Mfa.6264