Recombinant Macaca fascicularis Bestrophin-1 (BEST1)

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Description

Production and Purification

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 .

Ion Channel Dynamics

Recombinant BEST1 enables electrophysiological studies to dissect its role as a Ca²⁺-activated Cl⁻ channel. Key findings include:

  • Activation by intracellular Ca²⁺ concentrations ≥500 nM .

  • Impaired Cl⁻ conductance in disease-associated mutants (e.g., P274R) .

Disease Modeling

  • Bestrophinopathies: Over 200 BEST1 mutations cause retinal degenerations. Recombinant cynomolgus BEST1 aids in:

    • Characterizing mutation-specific channel dysfunction .

    • Testing gene therapy strategies (e.g., CRISPR-Cas9 editing + gene augmentation) .

Table 3: Key Mutational Studies Using Recombinant BEST1

MutationFunctional DefectTherapeutic ApproachReference
P274RLoss of Cl⁻ currentViral gene supplementation
Y227NDominant-negative effect on WT channelsCRISPR knockdown + gene augmentation

Comparative Analysis with Other Species

Cynomolgus BEST1 aligns closely with human and murine homologs, enabling cross-species translational research:

SpeciesSequence Identity (vs. Human)Key Research Utility
Macaca fascicularis~98%Preclinical drug testing for retinal diseases
Mus musculus~85%Knockout models for BEST1 pathophysiology
Homo sapiens100%Clinical correlation of mutations

Challenges and Future Directions

  • Limitations: Lack of post-translational modifications in E. coli-derived BEST1 may affect functional studies .

  • Innovations: Mammalian cell-expressed BEST1 (e.g., HEK293) is emerging to address this gap .

Product Specs

Form
Lyophilized powder
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Lead Time
Delivery time may vary depending on the purchasing method and location. Please consult your local distributor for specific delivery timelines.
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Notes
Repeated freezing and thawing is not recommended. Store working aliquots at 4°C for up to one week.
Reconstitution
We recommend centrifuging the vial briefly before opening to collect the contents at the bottom. Reconstitute the protein in deionized sterile water to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/mL. For long-term storage, we suggest adding 5-50% glycerol (final concentration) and aliquoting at -20°C/-80°C. Our default final glycerol concentration is 50%. Customers can use this as a reference.
Shelf Life
The shelf life is influenced by various factors including storage conditions, buffer composition, storage temperature, and the protein's inherent stability.
Generally, the shelf life of the liquid form is 6 months at -20°C/-80°C. The shelf life of the lyophilized form is 12 months at -20°C/-80°C.
Storage Condition
Store at -20°C/-80°C upon receipt. Aliquoting is necessary for multiple uses. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Tag Info
Tag type is determined during the manufacturing process.
The tag type will be determined during the production process. If you have a specific tag type requirement, please inform us. We will prioritize developing the specified tag.
Synonyms
BEST1; VMD2; QtsA-19642; Bestrophin-1; Vitelliform macular dystrophy protein 2
Buffer Before Lyophilization
Tris/PBS-based buffer, 6% Trehalose.
Datasheet
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Expression Region
1-585
Protein Length
full length protein
Species
Macaca fascicularis (Crab-eating macaque) (Cynomolgus monkey)
Target Names
BEST1
Target Protein Sequence
MTITYTSQVANARLGSFSRLLLCWRGSIYKLLYGEFFIFLLCYYIIRFIYRLALTEEQQL MFEKLTLYCDSYIQLIPISFVLGFYVTLVVTRWWNQYENLPWPDRLMSLVSGFVEGKDEQ GRLLRRTLIRYANLGNVLILRSVSTAVYKRFPSAQHLVQAGFMTPAEHKQLEKLSLPHNM FWVPWVWFANLSMKAWLGGRIRDPILLQSLLNEMNTLRTQCGHLYAYDWISIPLVYTQVV TVAVYSFFLTCLVGRQFLNPAKAYPGHELDLVVPVFTFLQFFFYVGWLKVAEQLINPFGE DDDDFETNWIVDRNLQVSLLAVDEMHQDLPRMEPDMYWNEPEPHPPYTAASAQFRRASFM GSTFNISLNKEEMEFQPNQEDKEDAHTGIIGRFLGLQSHDHHPPGANSRTKLLWPKRESL LHEGLPKNHKAVKQNVRGLEDNKAWKLKAVDAFKSAPLYQRPGYYSAPQTPLSPTPMFFP PEPSVLSKLHSVTGIDTKDKSLKTVSSGAKNSSELLSGSDGALMEHPEVSHVRRKTVEFN LTDMPEIPENHLKEPLELSTTNIHATLKDHVDPYWALENRDEAHS
Uniprot No.

Target Background

Function
Forms calcium-sensitive chloride channels. Permeable to bicarbonate.
Database Links

KEGG: mcf:101925702

UniGene: Mfa.6264

Protein Families
Bestrophin family
Subcellular Location
Cell membrane; Multi-pass membrane protein. Basolateral cell membrane.

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