Pierce™ Phosphoprotein Enrichment Kit - FAQs

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Can I recharge the column in the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichement kit?

No. The metal and procedure used to charge the columns are proprietary.

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Can I reuse or recharge the columns when using the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit?

No. For best results, use the column only one time.

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Are samples containing EDTA or reducing agents compatible with the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit?

No. Chelating agents such as EDTA and EGTA will cause metal to leach from the column and hence, reduce binding. Reducing agents such as DTT, 2-mercaptoethanol and TCEP also reduce binding to the column. Remove incompatible substances from the sample by desalting before applying to the column.

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Do I need phosphatase inhibitors when using the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit?

Phosphatase and protease inhibitors are not required. If desired, add inhibitors to the Lysis/Binding/Wash Buffer as indicated in the product instructions.

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What other type of lysis buffer can I use with the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit?

You can use RIPA buffer to lyse cells; however, dilute the lysate with the Lysis/Binding/Wash Buffer included in the kit for compatibility with the column.

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What type of yield should I expect with the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit?

Typical yields are 10-25% of the total protein, depending on cell stimuli, cell type and binding characteristics of the specific phosphoproteins.

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How many samples can I process and what is included in the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit?

Each of the 10 columns in the kit can process a single sample containing up to 4 mg of total protein. The kit includes Lysis/Binding/Wash Buffer, CHAPS, Elution Buffer and 10 Thermo Scientific Protein Concentrators (7 mL/9K) for concentrating the enriched samples.

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Will the columns bind phosphoproteins modified on tyrosine residues?

Yes. The Phosphoprotein Enrichment Columns bind phosphotyrosine, phosphoserine and phosphothreonine residues.

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How does the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit work?

The columns in the Thermo Scientific Phosphoprotein Enrichment Kit contain a proprietary metal that interacts with negative charges from phosphate groups. The optimized buffer conditions enable specific capture of phosphoproteins from complex biological samples.

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What is the expected phosphoprotein yield when using the Pierce Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit?

From 2 mg of total protein, the expected yield is 300 µg when using the Pierce Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit.

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How does the Pierce Phosphoprotein Enrichment kit work?

The columns in the kit contain a proprietary metal that interacts with negative charges from phosphate groups. The optimized buffer conditions enable specific capture of phosphoproteins from complex biological samples.

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Can I isolate my proteins based on their post-translational modification (PTM) or active binding site?

Enrichment of specific proteins or protein complexes can most easily be accomplished by using target-specific immobilized antibody or PTM specific affinity binding. We offer several kits targeting phosphorylated proteins, alpha- linked mannose and terminal glucose residues, N-acetyl glucosamine, polyubiquinated proteins, ATP binding sites, and active serine hydrolase enzymes. Choose the right protein enrichment kit for your application using the following link (http://www.thermofisher.com/us/en/home/life-science/protein-biology/protein-purification-isolation/protein-purification/protein-enrichment.html).

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