Recombinant human XIAP (x-linked inhibitor of apoptosis protein), encompassing amino acids 120-356, corresponding to the Bir2-Bir3 (baculovirus IAP repeat) domains. This construct contains an N-terminal His-tag (6xHis). The protein was affinity purified.
40 mM Tris-HCl, pH 8.0, 110 mM NaCl, 2.2 mM KCl, variable Imidazole, 20% glycerol, 3 mM DTT
MW
28 kDa
Amino Acids
120–356
Genbank #
NM_001167
UniProt #
P98170
Tag(s)
N-terminal His-tag
Background
The XIAP (X-linked inhibitor of apoptosis protein), also known as IAP3 (inhibitor of apoptosis protein 3) and BIRC4 (baculoviral IAP repeat-containing protein 4), is a member of the IAP family of proteins. XIAP directly regulates caspases and suppresses apoptotic cell death pathways. XIAP has three Bir (baculovirus IAP repeat) domains, involved in binding to caspases. Bir2 inhibits caspase 3 and 7, while Bir3 is involved in caspase 9 inhibition. An increased expression level of XIAP has been observed in many cancer types, such as prostate cancer. Dysfunction of XIAP has been linked to inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, neurodegenerative and autoimmunity disorders.
Storage/Stability
At least 6 months at -80°C.
Assay Conditions
The assay was performed in 50 mM Tris-HCl, pH 7.4, 25 mM NaCl, 0.05% Tween-20, 0.01% BSA, with 0.5 nM FAM-SMAC peptide (Anaspec #SA-64758), incubated 30 minutes at room temperature. Fluorescence polarization was measured at λexc/λem= 475 nm/528 nm.
Instructions for Use
Thaw on ice and gently mix prior to use. DO NOT VORTEX. Perform a quick spin before opening. Aliquot into small volumes and flash freeze for long term storage. Avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.
Applications
Useful for the study of enzyme kinetics, screening inhibitors, and selectivity profiling.