Function
The enzyme cleaves Lys-Arg and Arg-Ser bonds. It activates, in a reciprocal reaction, factor XII after its binding to a negatively charged surface. It also releases bradykinin from HMW kininogen and may also play a role in the renin-angiotensin system by converting prorenin into renin.
Biological Context
Subcellular Location: Secreted
Product Specifications
Recombinant Rat Plasma kallikrein (Klkb1), partial is a recombinant protein from Rattus norvegicus (Rat), expressed in Yeast, covering amino acids 391-638aa, with N-terminal 6xHis-tagged tag, molecular weight 29.8kDa, purity Greater than 90% as determined by SDS-PAGE.. Suitable for ELISA and Western Blot applications.
SDS-PAGE: Single band at expected molecular weight confirming purity.
ELISA: Suitable as coating antigen or detection standard.
Western Blot: Compatible with standard Western Blot protocols.
Protein Interaction: Validated for SPR (Surface Plasmon Resonance) and BLI (Bio-Layer Interferometry) studies.
Shipping: Shipped at ambient temperature. Lyophilized protein is stable during transit.
Storage: Store lyophilized protein at -20°C to -80°C. Reconstituted protein should be aliquoted and stored at -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Shelf Life: 12 months from date of receipt when stored as recommended.
Shipping Time: Orders placed before 2 PM EST ship same day. International orders typically deliver within 5-10 business days.