Function
Viral mimic of EIF2S1/eIF-2alpha that acts as a pseudosubstrate for EIF2AK2/PKR kinase. Inhibits therefore EIF2S1/eIF-2alpha phosphorylation by host EIF2AK2/PKR kinase and prevents protein synthesis shutoff. Determinant of host species specificity.
Product Specifications
Recombinant Vaccinia virus Protein K3 (VACWR034) is a recombinant protein, expressed in E.coli, covering amino acids 1-88aa, with N-terminal 6xHis-SUMO-tagged tag, molecular weight 26.6kDa, purity Greater than 90% as determined by SDS-PAGE.. Suitable for ELISA and Western Blot applications. Explore more Viral Antigen proteins →
