Antibody drug target recombinant proteins are engineered proteins used to identify, validate, and develop therapeutic antibodies. These recombinant proteins typically represent specific antigens or epitopes that are targeted by therapeutic antibodies. They play a crucial role in drug discovery, development, and characterization by providing a controlled and reproducible target for antibody binding assays.

Structure and Production
  • Gene Cloning: The gene encoding the target protein is cloned into an expression vector. This vector contains regulatory elements for high-level expression in host cells.
  • Protein Expression: The vector is introduced into a host cell system (such as bacterial, yeast, or mammalian cells). These cells are cultured under conditions that induce the expression of the target protein.
  • Purification: The recombinant protein is harvested and purified using techniques such as affinity chromatography, ion-exchange chromatography, or size-exclusion chromatography to achieve high purity.

Function and Mechanism
  • Target Identification: The recombinant protein represents the specific antigen or epitope that a therapeutic antibody is designed to bind. It is used to identify antibodies that specifically recognize and bind to this target.
  • Binding Assays: Techniques such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA), surface plasmon resonance (SPR), or biolayer interferometry (BLI) are employed to measure the binding affinity and kinetics of antibodies against the recombinant target protein.
  • Antibody Characterization: The recombinant protein helps in characterizing the antibody's specificity, affinity, and potential therapeutic efficacy.

Applications
  • Drug Discovery: Used to screen and validate antibodies in preclinical stages. The recombinant protein serves as a model antigen for identifying promising therapeutic candidates.
  • Vaccine Development: Recombinant proteins can be used to design vaccines by presenting specific antigens to the immune system.
  • Diagnostic Tools: Employed in diagnostic assays to detect the presence of specific antibodies or antigens in clinical samples.

Challenges
  • Protein Folding and Function: Ensuring that the recombinant protein folds correctly and retains its biological activity is crucial for accurate antibody targeting.
  • Scalability: Producing large quantities of high-quality recombinant proteins can be technically challenging and costly.
  • Reproducibility: Maintaining consistent quality and functionality of recombinant proteins across different batches is essential for reliable results.

AffiREC® Recombinant Human TIGIT Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19941
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human VSIR Protein, His tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19940
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human HAVCR2 Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19939
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human ICOSLG Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19938
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human ANGPT2 Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19936
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human GPC3 Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19935
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human MET Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19934
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human APP Protein, Fc tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19933
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human MSLN Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19932
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human ERBB3 Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19931
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human CRBN Protein, His tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19927
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human PCSK9 Protein, His Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19926
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human GLP1R Protein, His tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19925
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human IL1RN Protein, Fc tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19923
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human C5 Protein, No Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19922
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD
AffiREC® Recombinant Human VEGFA Protein, MAT Tag
CAT# AFG-KMD-19921
Size: 100 μg
1,488.50 1488.5 USD