Recombinant protein corresponding to aa395-638 from human angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 protein.
Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2), also known as ACAH, is an essential counter-regulatory carboxypeptidase of the renin-angiotensin hormone system, which is a critical regulator of blood volume, systemic vascular resistance, and thus cardiovascular homeostasis. ACE2 is a suppressor of renin-angiotensin system (RAS). ACE2 converts angiotensin I to angiotensin 1-9, a nine-amino acid peptide with anti-hypertrophic effects in cardiomyocytes, and angiotensin II to angiotensin 1-7, a vasodilator. Besides the role in the cardiovascular system, ACE2 also plays a role in lung diseases as a receptor for SARS-CoV-2. Recently, with the COVID19 caused by SARS-CoV-2 spreads around the world, ACE2 functions as a receptor on the cell surface to bind with spike protein of SARS-CoV-2 in SARS-CoV-2 infection. And the mechanism of SARS-CoV-2 invasion via ACE2 are gradually being revealed. Based on these studies, there are more coronavirus-host interactome targets which have been found, such as TMPRSS2 and CD147. All of these works are critical to SARS-CoV-2 treatment, and provide potential targets of drug development for SARS-CoV-2 therapy. Applications: Suitable for use in FLISA. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: Store product at 4C if to be used immediately within two weeks. For long-term storage, aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing and store at -20C. Aliquots are stable at -20C for 12 months after receipt. Dilute required amount only prior to immediate use. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. Caution: FITC conjugates are sensitive to light. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
