TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | [Leu¹⁴⁴,Arg¹⁴⁷]‑Myelin Proteolipid Protein (139‑151) |
| CAS NO. | 188859‑65‑6 |
| Appearance | White to off-white lyophilized powder |
| Molecular Formula | C67H110N20O17 |
| Amino Acid Sequence | H‑Gln‑Arg‑Phe‑Ser‑Leu‑Val‑His‑Leu‑Phe‑Arg‑Val‑His‑Pro‑OH (with Leu at position 144, Arg at position 147 relative to full‑length PLP) |
| Molecular Weight | 1467.75g/mol |
| Purity (RP-HPLC) | ≥95.0% (can be customized to ≥98.0%) |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, PBS, or dilute acetic acid solution |
| Endotoxin | < 1.0 EU/mg |
| Biological Activity | Modified myelin proteolipid protein epitope; used in multiple sclerosis (MS) research, autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE) models, and T‑cell epitope mapping. |
| Storage Conditions | Store at –20°C, protected from light and moisture. For long‑term storage, recommend –80°C. |
| Stock Location | Stock in USA |
| MOQ | 1mg |
This modified peptide functions as an immunogenic epitope that is recognized by autoreactive T‑cells in the context of major histocompatibility complex (MHC) molecules. It can induce experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE) in susceptible animal models, thereby simulating the autoimmune attack on myelin observed in diseases like multiple sclerosis.
[Leu¹⁴⁴,Arg¹⁴⁷]-Myelin Proteolipid Protein (139-151) is primarily used in preclinical research to model multiple sclerosis, investigate T‑cell mediated autoimmunity, and evaluate potential immunomodulatory or neuroprotective therapies. It is also applied in epitope mapping and immunological assay development.
In experimental models, this peptide effectively induces EAE, providing a valuable tool for studying disease pathogenesis and screening therapeutic candidates. While not a clinical therapeutic itself, it contributes significantly to the understanding of myelin‑directed autoimmunity and supports the development of novel treatments for demyelinating disorders.
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