Background: This gene encodes a member of the peptidase M10 family of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). Proteins in this family are involved in the breakdown of extracellular matrix in normal physiological processes, such as embryonic development, reproduction, and tissue remodeling, as well as in disease processes, such as arthritis and metastasis. The encoded preproprotein is proteolytically processed to generate the mature protease. This protease cleaves type II collagen more efficiently than types I and III. It may be involved in articular cartilage turnover and cartilage pathophysiology associated with osteoarthritis. Mutations in this gene are associated with metaphyseal anadysplasia. This gene is part of a cluster of MMP genes on chromosome 11. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2016]
Description: Recombinant mouse MMP13 protein with C-terminal 6×His tag
Molecular Weight: The protein has a predicted molecular mass of 52.8 kDa after removal of the signal peptide. The apparent molecular mass of mMMP13-His is approximately 55-70 kDa due to glycosylation.
Storage & Shipping: Store at -20°C to -80°C for 12 months in lyophilized form. After reconstitution, if not intended for use within a month, aliquot and store at -80°C (Avoid repeated freezing and thawing). Lyophilized proteins are shipped at ambient temperature.
Tag: C-6×His Tag
Expression Host: HEK293
Formulation & Reconstitution: Lyophilized from sterile PBS, pH 7.4. Normally 5 % - 8% trehalose is added as protectants before lyophilization. Please see Certificate of Analysis for specific instructions of reconstitution.
Target: MMP13
Uniprot ID: P33435
Usage: Research use only
Molecular Characterization: Mouse MMP13(Leu20-Cys472) 6×His tag
Purity: The purity of the protein is greater than 85% as determined by SDS-PAGE and Coomassie blue staining.