Mouse MMP-2 ELISA Kit PicoKine®

• Background:

  Type IV collagenase, 72-kD, is officially designated matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP2) . It is also known as gelatinase, 72-kD. MMP-2 plays an essential role in angiogenesis and arteriogenesis, two processes critical to restoration of tissue perfusion after ischemia. MMP-2 expression is increased in tissue ischemia, but the responsible mechanisms remain unknown. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) catalyze extracellular matrix degradation. Control of their activity is a promising target for therapy of diseases characterized by abnormal connective tissue turnover. MMPs are expressed as latent proenzymes that are activated by proteolytic cleavage that triggers a conformational change in the propeptide (cysteine switch) . The structure of proMMP-2 reveals how the propeptide shields the catalytic cleft and that the cysteine switch may operate through cleavage of loops essential for propeptide stability. The gene is localized to 16q21 using somatic cell hybrids and in situ hybridization. The standard product used in this kit is recombinant mouse MMP-2, consisting of 662 amino acids with the molecular mass of 72KDa. The detected MMP-2 includes zymogen and active enzyme.

• Description:

  Mouse MMP-2 ELISA Kit PicoKine® (96 Tests) . Quantitate Mouse Mmp2 in cell culture supernatants, serum and plasma (heparin) . Sensitivity: 10pg/ml. The brand Picokine indicates this is a premium quality ELISA kit. Each Picokine kit delivers precise quantification, high sensitivity, and excellent reproducibility. Only our most reliable and effective kits qualify as Picokine, guaranteeing top-tier results for your assays.

• Synonyms:

  72 kDa type IV collagenase;3.4.24.24;72 kDa gelatinase; Gelatinase A; Matrix metalloproteinase-2; MMP-2; PEX; Mmp2

• Gene Name:

  72 kDa type IV collagenase

• UniProt:

  P33434

• Reactivity:

  Mouse

• Cross Reactivity:

  There is no detectable cross-reactivity with other relevant proteins.

• Immunogen:

  Expression system for standard: NS0; Immunogen sequence: A30-C662

• Applications:

  ELISA

• Field of Research:

  Angiogenesis, Cancer, Cancer Metabolism, Cardiovascular, Cell Biology, Extracellular Matrix, Invasion/Microenvironment, Metabolism, Metabolism Processes, Metalloprotease, Pathways and Processes, Proteolysis/Ubiquitin, Proteolytic Enzymes, Response To Hypoxia, Tumor Biomarkers

• Sample Type:

  Cell culture supernatants, serum and plasma (heparin) .

• Detection Range:

  625 pg/ml - 40,000 pg/ml

• Sensitivity:

  <10 pg/ml

• Function:

  Ubiquitinous metalloproteinase that is involved in diverse functions such as remodeling of the vasculature, angiogenesis, tissue repair, tumor invasion, inflammation, and atherosclerotic plaque rupture. As well as degrading extracellular matrix proteins, can also act on several nonmatrix proteins such as big endothelial 1 and beta-type CGRP promoting vasoconstriction. Also cleaves KISS at a Gly-|-Leu bond. Appears to have a role in myocardial cell death pathways. Contributes to myocardial oxidative stress by regulating the activity of GSK3beta. Cleaves GSK3beta in vitro. Involved in the formation of the fibrovascular tissues (By similarity) . .

• Storage Conditions:

  Store at 4°C for 6 months, at -20°C for 12 months. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles (Ships with gel ice, can store for up to 3 days in room temperature. Freeze upon receiving.)

• Other Gene Names:

  MMP2

• Subcellular Location:

  Isoform 1: Secreted, extracellular space, extracellular matrix . Membrane . Nucleus . Colocalizes with integrin alphaV/beta3 at the membrane surface in angiogenic blood vessels and melanomas. Found in mitochondria, along microfibrils, and in nuclei of cardiomyocytes (By similarity) . .

• Sequence Similarities:

  Belongs to the peptidase M10A family.

• Protein Name:

  72 kDa type IV collagenase