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Digestion of IgA

IgASAP is a family of IgA-digesting enzymes. IgASAP Sub1 is an IgA1-specific enzyme that digests human IgA1 at one specific site above the hinge, and IgASAP Sub1+2 specifically digests IgA1 and IgA2m1 above the hinge. Both enzymes generate intact and homogenous Fab and Fc fragments.

The IgASAP enzymes enable generation of intact monovalent Fab fragments as well as middle-level analysis of IgA, which facilitates IgA characterization during, for example, the development of vaccines, therapeutics and diagnostics.
 

  • Unique enzymatic tools that enable middle-level characterization and quality control of IgA
  • Generates homogeneous Fab and Fc fragments with preserved immunoreactivity
  • Highly specific – one digestion site above the hinge of human IgA
Sub1: Human IgA1
Sub1+2: Human IgA1 and IgA2m1
Sub1: 1 hour reaction
Sub1+2: O/N (16-18 h) reaction
No need for reducing agents or co-factors
Above the hinge (see digestion sites below)

IgASAP™ Sub1 Lyophilized

Lyophilized enzyme for above hinge digestion of human IgA1

IgASAP™ Sub1+2 Lyophilized

Lyophilized enzyme for above hinge digestion of human IgA1 and IgA2m1

About IgASAP™

IgASAP workflow

The IgASAP family of IgA-digesting enzymes specifically digest serum and secretory type human IgA to generate Fab and Fc fragments. IgASAP Sub1 specifically digests human IgA1 while IgASAP Sub1+2 digests both human IgA1 and IgA2m1.

As an essential component of the immune system, IgA plays a role in many different health conditions from autoimmune disease, allergic reactions, gastrointestinal disorders and others. The ability to selectively and specifically digest IgA under native conditions and in complex biological samples can be of great value in clinical medicine and research. The IgASAP enzymes are valuable tools to reduce the sample complexity of therapeutic IgA candidates and significantly simplify analytical characterization of IgA.
 

 
One significant structural difference between human IgA1 and IgA2 is the hinge region. IgA1 has a longer O-glycan-rich and more flexible hinge region compared to IgA2. The digestion site of IgASAP Sub1 is located in this extended region, rendering the enzyme IgA1-specific.

The IgA2 subclass exists in three allelic forms, A2m1, A2m2 and A2m3. IgASAP Sub1+2 digests IgA1 and IgA2m1 between proline (P) and valine (V) just N-terminal to the hinge region, but since the proline residue in A2m2 and A2m3 is substituted with an arginine (R) residue, these two allotypes of IgA2 are resistant to digestion.

IgASAP™ Sub1 Lyophilized

Lyophilized enzyme for above hinge digestion of IgA1.

IgASAP Sub1 is an IgA1-specific enzyme that digests human IgA1 at one specific site above the hinge, generating intact and homogenous Fab and Fc fragments. IgASAP Sub1 hydrolyzes both secretory and serum IgA1. The digestion is complete within 1 hour, and due to the specificity of the enzyme, there is no risk of overdigestion if the incubation time is prolonged. The enzyme is active at pH 6.5 to 8.0 and does not require reducing conditions or co-factors for activity. The optimal activity is at 37°C, but the digestion can also be performed at room temperature using an increased incubation time.

IgASAP Sub1 is cloned from Streptococcus oralis and expressed in E. coli. The enzyme contains a His-tag and has a molecular weight of 148 kDa.

IgASAP Sub1 Lyophilized is available as a lyophilized powder in 1000 unit vials for digestion of 1 mg IgA1.
 

  • Flexible format for method development
  • Possible to combine enzymes for improved efficiency
  • Amenable to automated workflows
  • Ready to use – just add water!

Available Products

IgASAP Sub1 Lyophilized 1000 unitsLyophilized enzyme for above hinge digestion of 1 mg human IgA1I0-IA1-010€790.00Buy / Request a Quote

For information on how to order, visit Place an Order or contact us directly at order@genovis.com.

Unit Definition

One unit IgASAP Sub1 digests ≥ 90% of 1 µg human IgA1 when incubated in PBS (10 mM sodium phosphate, 140 mM NaCl, 2.7 mM KCl), pH 7.4 at 37°C for 1 hour.

Content and Storage

IgASAP Sub1 Lyophilized is reconstituted by the addition of water. No preservatives added. After reconstitution, the enzyme is stable for 1 month at +4-8°C. The product is shipped at ambient temperature, and the content should be stored at -20°C upon arrival.

Product Specification

Safety Data Sheet

Certificate of Analysis

IgASAP™ Sub1+2 Lyophilized

Lyophilized enzyme for above hinge digestion of IgA1 and IgA2m1.

IgASAP Sub1+2 digests human IgA1 and IgA2m1 at one specific site above the hinge, generating intact and homogenous Fab and Fc fragments. Since the hinge of human IgA1 is longer than that of IgA2, the amino acids C-terminally from the digestion site differs between IgA1 and IgA2m1. IgASAP Sub1+2 digests both secretory and serum IgA. The incubation time is overnight (16-18 h), and due to the specificity of the enzyme, there is no risk of overdigestion. The enzyme is active at pH 6.0 to 8.0 and does not require reducing conditions or co-factors for activity. The optimal activity is at 37°C. IgASAP Sub1+2 is cloned from Erysipelatoclostridium ramosum and expressed in E. coli. The enzyme contains a His-tag and has a molecular weight of 131 kDa.

IgASAP Sub1+2 Lyophilized is available as a lyophilized powder in 1000 unit vials for digestion of 1 mg IgA1 and IgA2m1.
 

  • Flexible format for method development
  • Possible to combine enzymes for improved efficiency
  • Amenable to automated workflows
  • Ready to use – just add water!

Available Products

IgASAP Sub1+2 Lyophilized 1000 unitsLyophilized enzyme for above hinge digestion of 1 mg IgA1 and IgA2m1I0-IA3-010€790.00Buy / Request a Quote

For information on how to order, visit Place an Order or contact us directly at order@genovis.com.

Unit Definition

One unit IgASAP Sub1+2 digests ≥ 90% of 1 µg human IgA of IgA1 and IgA2m1 type when incubated in PBS (10 mM sodium phosphate, 140 mM NaCl, 2.7 mM KCl), pH 7.4 at 37°C overnight (16-18 hours).

Content and Storage

IgASAP Sub1+2 Lyophilized is reconstituted by the addition of water. No preservatives added. After reconstitution, the enzyme is stable for 1 month at +4-8°C. The product is shipped at ambient temperature, and the content should be stored at -20°C upon arrival.

Product Specification

Safety Data Sheet

Certificate of Analysis

FAQ and Support

Popular FAQ

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Is there an enzyme for digestion of IgA2-only?

There is no known enzyme that targets IgA2-only since the amino acids in the hinge regions of IgA2 is present also in IgA1. However, IgASAP Sub1 will digest IgA1-only.

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What enzyme should be selected for the digestion of IgA1?

IgASAP Sub1 specifically targets IgA1 and exhibits a faster reaction time (1 hour) compared to IgASAP Sub1+2 (16-18 hours). The cleavage site of IgASAP Sub1+2 is located six amino acids above that of IgASAP Sub1, resulting in the absence of potentially O-glycosylated residues on the Fab fragments. This characteristic can be advantageous in certain cases.

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Which buffers are compatible with IgASAP Sub1?

The enzyme is active at pH 6.5 to 8.0, tolerates up to 300 mM NaCl, and does not require reducing conditions or co-factors for activity. PBS and TBS buffers are both compatible. Optimization may be required if buffers other than the recommended are used.

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Can the IgASAP Sub1 digestion be performed at lower temperatures?

The optimal activity is at 37°C, but the digestion can also be performed at room temperature using a prolonged incubation time.

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Does IgASAP Sub1 digest human IgA1-only?

IgASAP Sub1 may digest IgA1 from other primate species with similar hinge sequences, but this has not been tested. IgASAP Sub1 does not digest IgA2.

 

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