Description
Present in human immunodeficiency virus type 1. Contributes to the maturation of the viral particle, and is a target of antiviral drugs. Active enzyme is a dimer of identical 11-kDa subunits. Similar enzymes occur in other retroviruses. Type example of peptidase family A2
Form
Liquid or lyophilized powder
Storage
Store it at +4 ºC for short term. For long term storage, store it at -20 ºC~-80 ºC.
Synonyms
human immunodeficiency virus type 1 protease; gag protease; HIV aspartyl protease; HIV proteinase; retroproteinase; HIV-1 protease; HIV-2 protease
Reaction
Specific for a P1 residue that is hydrophobic, and P1' variable, but often Pro
Notes
This item requires custom production and lead time is between 5-9 weeks. We can custom produce according to your specifications.