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Gc-globulin from human plasma

≥90% (SDS-PAGE), lyophilized powder (containing sodium chloride and sodium phosphate buffer salt)

Synonym(s):

DBP, Group-Specific Component, Vitamin D Binding Protein

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CAS Number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352202
NACRES:
NA.61
MDL number:
Form:
lyophilized powder (containing sodium chloride and sodium phosphate buffer salt)
Assay:
≥90% (SDS-PAGE)
Biological source:
human plasma
Mol wt:
~52 kDa
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biological source

human plasma

Quality Level

assay

≥90% (SDS-PAGE)

form

lyophilized powder (containing sodium chloride and sodium phosphate buffer salt)

mol wt

~52 kDa

technique(s)

LC/MS: suitable

solubility

H2O: soluble 2 mg/mL

UniProt accession no.

storage temp.

−20°C

Gene Information

human ... GC(2638)

General description

Gc-globulin from human plasma is encoded by the gene GC, which is mapped to human chromosome 4q13.3.
Gc-Globulin, a member of the albumin superfamily, is the major plasma carrier of vitamin D and its metabolites. It is also, along with gelsolin, part of the extracellular actin scavenger system. Gc-globulin also binds monomeric actin (G-actin) with high affinity to scavenge actin released by necrotic cells, preventing its polymerization into filaments. Gc-globulin enhances the chemoattractant activity of C5a for inflammatory cells.
Gc-globulin or the vitamin D binding protein (DBP) is a 51-58 kDa multifunctional serum glycoprotein synthesized in large quantities by primarily in the liver. It is a member of the albumin gene family and has the characteristic multiple disulfide-bonded, triple domain structure.

Application

Gc-globulin from human plasma has been used:
  • as a fluorescent probe for G-actin staining
  • as a fluorescent probe to monitor steady-state rate of actin filament disassembly
  • as a calibrator for liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)

Gc-globulin is a multifunctional, albumin-like plasma protein that often requires cell surface binding to mediate some of its diverse functions. It has been used to anlayze its glycosylation patterns.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Single nucleotide polymorphism in the gene GC is associated with deficiency of 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D].
Gc-Globulin, a member of the albumin superfamily, is the major plasma carrier of vitamin D and its metabolites. It is also, along with gelsolin, a part of the extracellular actin scavenger system. Gc-globulin also binds monomeric actin (G-actin) with high affinity to scavenge actin released by necrotic cells, preventing its polymerization into filaments. Gc-globulin enhances the chemoattractant activity of C5a for inflammatory cells.

Preparation Note

Native Gc-globulin from human plasma

Disclaimer

RESEARCH USE ONLY. This product is regulated in France when intended to be used for scientific purposes, including for import and export activities (Article L 1211-1 paragraph 2 of the Public Health Code). The purchaser (i.e. enduser) is required to obtain an import authorization from the France Ministry of Research referred in the Article L1245-5-1 II. of Public Health Code. By ordering this product, you are confirming that you have obtained the proper import authorization.


Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

WGK 3

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable

Regulatory Information

高风险级别生物产品--人源产品

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