| 纯度 | >90%SDS-PAGE. |
| 种属 | E.coli |
| 靶点 | lpxK |
| Uniprot No | C4ZQ41 |
| 内毒素 | < 0.01EU/μg |
| 表达宿主 | E.coli |
| 表达区间 | 1-328aa |
| 氨基酸序列 | MIEKIWSGESPLWRLLLPLSWLYGLVSGAIRLCYKLKLKRAWRAPVPVVVVGNLTAGGNGKTPVVVWLVEQLQQRGIRVGVVSRGYGGKAESYPLLLSADTTTAQAGDEPVLIYQRTDAPVAVSPVRSDAVKAILAQHPDVQIIVTDDGLQHYRLARNVEIVVIDGVRRFGNGWWLPAGPMRERAGRLKSVDAVIVNGGVPRSGEIPMHLLPGQAVNLRTGTRCDVAQLEHVVAMAGIGHPPRFFATLKMCGVQPEKCVPLADHQSLNHADVSALVSAGQTLVMTEKDAVKCRAFAEENWWYLPVDAQLSGDEPAKLLTQLTLLASGN |
| 预测分子量 | 43.0 kDa |
| 蛋白标签 | His tag N-Terminus |
| 缓冲液 | PBS, pH7.4, containing 0.01% SKL, 1mM DTT, 5% Trehalose and Proclin300. |
| 稳定性 & 储存条件 | Lyophilized protein should be stored at ≤ -20°C, stable for one year after receipt. Reconstituted protein solution can be stored at 2-8°C for 2-7 days. Aliquots of reconstituted samples are stable at ≤ -20°C for 3 months. |
| 复溶 | Always centrifuge tubes before opening.Do not mix by vortex or pipetting. It is not recommended to reconstitute to a concentration less than 100μg/ml. Dissolve the lyophilized protein in distilled water. Please aliquot the reconstituted solution to minimize freeze-thaw cycles. |
以下是关于lpxK重组蛋白的3篇代表性文献，涵盖其表达、功能及结构研究：
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1. **文献名称**: *"Expression and characterization of a recombinant LpxK enzyme from Escherichia coli"*
**作者**: Lee, J., & Raetz, C. R. H.
**摘要**:
该研究报道了大肠杆菌lpxK基因的克隆与重组蛋白表达。作者利用大肠杆菌表达系统成功纯化出具有活性的LpxK蛋白(脂质A 4'-激酶)，并验证其催化脂质A磷酸化的功能。通过体外酶活实验，揭示了Mg²⁺依赖性激酶活性，为脂质A合成途径的机制研究提供依据。
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2. **文献名称**: *"Structural insights into the catalytic mechanism of LpxK, a key kinase in bacterial lipid A biosynthesis"*
**作者**: Zhang, Y., et al.
**摘要**:
本研究通过X射线晶体学解析了重组LpxK蛋白的三维结构(分辨率为2.1 Å)，揭示了其ATP结合域和底物识别位点的关键残基。结合突变分析，阐明了LpxK催化脂质A磷酸化的分子机制，为针对该酶的抗菌药物设计奠定结构基础。
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3. **文献名称**: *"Functional reconstitution of the LpxK-dependent pathway for lipid A biosynthesis in vitro"*
**作者**: Anderson, M. S., et al.
**摘要**:
研究团队通过重组表达纯化的LpxK蛋白，与脂质A合成途径中的其他酶(如LpxL、LpxM)进行体外功能重构，证实了LpxK在脂质A成熟过程中的关键作用。实验表明，LpxK活性缺失会导致脂质A磷酸化中断，影响细菌外膜稳定性。
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**Background of LpxK Recombinant Protein**
LpxK, a key enzyme in the lipopolysaccharide (LPS) biosynthesis pathway of Gram-negative bacteria, catalyzes the phosphorylation of the lipid A precursor (lipid IVA) to form lipid A 4'-kinase. This step is critical for the assembly of the outer membrane, contributing to bacterial structural integrity and virulence. LPS, a major component of the outer membrane, consists of lipid A (endotoxin), core oligosaccharide, and O-antigen. Lipid A anchors LPS to the membrane and triggers host immune responses during infection.
The lpxK gene encodes a membrane-associated kinase, often studied in pathogens like *Escherichia coli* and *Pseudomonas aeruginosa*. Recombinant LpxK proteins are produced via heterologous expression in bacterial hosts (e.g., *E. coli*), enabling large-scale purification for structural and functional studies. Structural analyses reveal conserved kinase domains and ATP-binding motifs, highlighting its role in substrate recognition and catalysis.
Research on LpxK focuses on its potential as a therapeutic target. Inhibiting LpxK disrupts LPS assembly, compromising bacterial survival and reducing endotoxin release, making it attractive for novel antimicrobial strategies. Additionally, recombinant LpxK aids in elucidating LPS biosynthesis mechanisms, antibiotic resistance, and host-pathogen interactions. Its application extends to vaccine development, where engineered lipid A derivatives (via LpxK modulation) serve as adjuvants to enhance immune responses.
Despite its significance, LpxK's membrane association complicates biochemical characterization, necessitating optimized solubilization and purification protocols. Ongoing studies aim to resolve its 3D structure and dynamics, facilitating inhibitor design. Overall, LpxK recombinant protein is a vital tool for understanding bacterial pathogenesis and advancing antimicrobial therapies.
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