Invitrogen™ Human ALKBH2 Synthetic Peptide

Catalog No.	Quantity
PEP1119	50 μg

Catalog No. PEP1119 Supplier Invitrogen™ Supplier No. PEP1119

Description

Synthetic Peptide

ALKBH2 Synthetic Peptide, PEP-1119, from Invitrogen.

The E. coli AlkB protein protects against the cytotoxicity of methylating agents by repair of the specific DNA lesions generated in single-stranded DNA; ALKBH2 and ALKBH3 are mammalian homologs of AlkB that catalyze the removal of 1-methyladenine and 3-methylcytosine, modifications that left unchecked could lead to cancerous cells. Mutations in both ALKBH2 and ALKBH3 have been observed in pediatric brain tumors indicating that these proteins are important in the prevention of cancer formation. Like the histone demethylase JMJD1A, ALKBH2 is a non-heme iron enzyme that is inhibited by Nickel ions, suggesting that inhibition of ALKBH2 by Nickel ions may play a role in the development of cancer. Conversely, ALKBH2 mRNA and protein levels are increased glioma cells following Photofrin-mediated photodynamic therapy, an adjuvant therapy in cancer treatment, suggesting that down-regulating ALKBH2 expression in cancer cells may enhance the anti-cancer effectiveness of this treatment.

Specifications

• Gene ID (Entrez): 121642
• Species: Human
• Purification Method: purified
• Accession Number: Q6NS38
• Common Name: Human ALKBH2
• Concentration: 200 μg/mL
• Content And Storage: -20°C
• Description: Synthetic Peptide
• Format: Liquid
• Formulation: PBS with 0.1% BSA and 0.02% sodium azide; pH 7.2
• For Use With (Application): Blocking Assay, Control
• Gene Symbol: ALKBH2
• Lyophilized: No
• Preservative: 0.02% sodium azide
• Product Type: Peptide
• Quantity: 50 μg
• Regulatory Status: RUO - research use only
• Storage Buffer: PBS