The protein corresponds to the tmem258 gene (UniProt ID: Q6GP81), a homolog of human TMEM258. Key annotations include:
This recombinant protein is primarily used in:
Structural Studies: Analysis of transmembrane domain architecture and glycosylation mechanisms .
Functional Assays: Investigating ER-associated processes, including protein folding and quality control .
Biochemical Studies: Purification and interaction analyses using affinity tags (e.g., His tag) .
Purity Verification: SDS-PAGE and mass spectrometry confirm >90% homogeneity .
Sequence Validation: Matches the predicted molecular weight (~9 kDa) and full-length sequence .
Functional Activity: Demonstrated binding to glycosylation substrates in preliminary assays (unpublished data cited by vendors) .
While derived from Xenopus laevis, this protein shares 85% sequence identity with human TMEM258, making it a model for studying conserved ER functions . Its role in glycosylation aligns with findings in human cell lines, where TMEM258 mutations are linked to ER stress disorders .
KEGG: xla:444157
UniGene: Xl.3590