Metallothionein-2A

human

Synonyms:    human apo-MT-2A; MT-II

Description:    Highly pure metal-free apoprotein (recombinant) [1].

Species:    Human

Amino acid sequence: 

MDPNCSCAAG DSCTCAGSCKCKECKCTSCK KSCCSCCPVG CAKCAQGCIC KGASDKCSCC A
 

Modified amino acids:    None

Molecular mass: 6042.22

Purity:    >98% by HPLC.

Form:    Lyophilized.

Solubility:    A suitable buffer that protects apo-MT from oxidation.

Storage:     Freezer (-20° C). Protect from moisture. In solution at neutral pH and in the presence of oxygen metallothionein is sensitive to oxidation and solutions should not be stored.

References:    [1] Kissling M.M., Kägi J.H.R., Primary structure of human hepatic metallothionein., FEBS Lett. 82:247-250 (1977).