Human TrkA-Fc Chimera expressed in mammalian cells

TrkA is a member of the neurotrophic tyrosine kinase receptor family. It is a membrane-bound receptor that upon neurotrophin binding, phosphorylates itself and members of the MAPK pathway. TrkA is required for high-affinity binding to nerve growth factor (NGF), neurotrophin-3 and neurotrophin-4/5 but not brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). TrkA leads to cell differentiations and may play a role in specifying sensory neuron subtypes. It has a crucial role in the development and function of the nociceptive reception system as well as establishment of thermal regulation via sweating. SUBUNIT: Exists in a dynamic equilibrium between monomeric (low affinity) and dimeric (high affinity) structures. SUBCELLULAR LOCATION: TrkA is a heavily glycosylated transmembrane protein and contains 13 potential N-linked glycosylation sites. The TrkA-Fc chimera has N-linked and may have O-linked oligosaccharides.

Lyophilized products should be stored at 2 to 8AC. Following reconstitution, short-term storage at 4AC is recommended and longer-term storage of aliquots at -18 to -20AC. Repeated freeze thawing is not recommended.

The chimera consists of 25-50% carbohydrate by weight.

It is recommended that 0.5 ml of sterile phosphate-buffered saline be added to the vial.