Gene ID | N/A |
Accession | NM_005406 |
Alternative Name | P160ROCK; ROCK-I; ROKbeta |
Species | Human |
Source | Insect cells |
Description | ROCK1 is a ubiquitously expressed serine/threonine kinase that is a downstream target of the small GTPase RhoA. ROCK1 is involved in diverse cellular functions, including smooth muscle contraction, actin cytoskeleton organization, cell adhesion and motility, and gene expression . ROCK1 contributes to the development of cardiac fibrosis and induction of fibrogenic cytokines in cardiomyocytes in response to pathological stimuli. ROCK1 knockout mice exhibit reduced perivascular and interstitial fibrosis which is associated with reduced expression of a variety of extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins and fibrogenic cytokines . |
Accession | NM_005406 |
Functions | The specific activity of ROCK1 was determined to be 65 nmol /min/mg as per activity assay protocol |
Formulation | 50mM Tris-HCl, pH 7.5, 150mM NaCl, 0.25mM DTT, 0.1mM EGTA, 0.1mM EDTA, 0.1mM PMSF, 25% glycerol. |
Solubility | N/A |
Appearance | Liquid |
Molecular Weight | 85 |
Purity | 70% - 90% |
Shipping Condition | Dry Ice |
Storage Condition | Store product at ?70?C. For optimal storage, aliquot target into smaller quantities after centrifugation and store at recommended temperature. For most favorable performance, avoid repeated handling and multiple freeze/thaw cycles. |