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Biochem/physiol Actions

Rspo (R-Spondin) can interact with the Frizzled/LRP6 (LDL receptor related protein 6) receptor complex in a manner that stimulates the Wnt/beta-catenin signaling pathway. Disruption of Rspo-1 gene causes recessive syndrome with XX sex reversal, palmoplantar hyperkeratosis and predisposition to squamous cell carcinoma of the skin. Rspo-1 is also associated with radioresistance of tumor cells.

General description

R-Spondin-1 (Rspo-1) belongs to the (Rspo) family of Wnt modulators. Currently, the (Rspo) family consists of four structurally related secreted ligands (Rspo 1-4), all containing furin-like and thrombospondin structural domains. Rspo-1 is expressed in certain areas of the developing central nervous system, as well as in adrenal glands, ovary, testis, thyroid, and trachea. Recombinant human R-Spondin-1 is a 26.7kDa protein consisting of 243 amino acid residues. Due to glycosylation, R-Spondin-1 migrates at an apparent molecular weight of approximately 40.0kDa by SDS PAGE analysis under reducing conditions.

Physical form

Lyophilized from 10 mM Sodium Phosphate, pH 7.5.

Reconstitution

Centrifuge the vial prior to opening. Reconstitute in water to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/mL. Do not vortex. This solution can be stored at 2-8°C for up to 1 week. For extended storage, it is recommended to further dilute in a buffer containing a carrier protein (example 0.1% BSA) and store in working aliquots at -20°C to -80°C.