Alpha Actinin 4 (ACTN4) (NM_004924) Human Recombinant Protein

Alpha actinins belong to the spectrin gene superfamily which represents a diverse group of cytoskeletal proteins, including the alpha and beta spectrins and dystrophins. Alpha actinin is an actin-binding protein with multiple roles in different cell types. In nonmuscle cells, the cytoskeletal isoform is found along microfilament bundles and adherens-type junctions, where it is involved in binding actin to the membrane. In contrast, skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle isoforms are localized to the Z-disc and analogous dense bodies, where they help anchor the myofibrillar actin filaments. This gene encodes a nonmuscle, alpha actinin isoform which is concentrated in the cytoplasm, and thought to be involved in metastatic processes. Mutations in this gene have been associated with focal and segmental glomerulosclerosis. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Adherens junction, Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC), Focal adhesion, Leukocyte transendothelial migration, Regulation of actin cytoskeleton, Systemic lupus erythematosus, Tight junction

Adherens junction, Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC), Focal adhesion, Leukocyte transendothelial migration, Regulation of actin cytoskeleton, Systemic lupus erythematosus, Tight junction

Stable for 1 year at -20°C or below from date of shipment. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and opening the cap. For long-term storage, aliquot and store at -20°C or below. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.