Complement C3a Protein, Human
Based on 5 publication(s) in Google Scholar
Complement C3/C3a protein plays a key role in initiating the complement system through processing by C3 convertase in both the classical and alternative pathways. Complement C3/C3a protein is involved in various immune and inflammatory responses and also has a role in regulating blood pressure. Complement C3a Protein, Human is a recombinant Complement C3/C3a protein expressed in E. coli, no tag..
- Species: Human
- Source: E. coli
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Stockage:Stored at -20°C for 2 years from date of receipt. After reconstitution, it is stable at 4°C for 1 week or -20°C for longer (with carrier protein). It is recommended to freeze aliquots at -20°C or -80°C for extended storage.
Activité biologique
Complement C3/C3a protein plays a key role in initiating the complement system through processing by C3 convertase in both the classical and alternative pathways. Complement C3/C3a protein is involved in various immune and inflammatory responses and also has a role in regulating blood pressure. Complement C3a Protein, Human is a recombinant Complement C3/C3a protein expressed in E. coli, no tag.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11].
Complement C3 can be cleaved by C3 convertases or by blood proteases (such as thrombin) and immune cell-derived proteases (such as cathepsins) at sites of inflammation, producing two split products: Complement C3/C3a and Complement C3/C3b. Complement C3/C3a participates in various immune and inflammatory responses and exhibits bidirectional effects in different immune cells, potentially influencing immune responses and disease processes through different mechanisms[1][2]. (a) In monocytes and macrophages, Complement C3/C3a mediates through TLR-4, promoting the production of pro-inflammatory mediators such as IL-1β, TNF-α, IL-6, and PGE2. (b) In mast cells, Complement C3/C3a induces histamine degranulation. (c) In eosinophils, it stimulates calcium mobilization, oxidative burst, and degranulation. (d) Additionally, Complement C3/C3a reduces neutrophil migration into the bloodstream by inhibiting mobilization factors. (e) Complement C3/C3a also plays a crucial role in brain inflammation by activating brain endothelial cells and recruiting leukocytes. (f) Complement C3/C3a can directly or indirectly alter T cell responses through interaction with receptors C3aR on antigen-presenting cells (APCs) and T cells[3][4][5][6]. Complement C3/C3a is present in plasma-derived FVIII products and can promote T cell proliferation mediated by pdFVIII (FVIII products extracted from plasma) and lipopolysaccharides (HY-D1056) in dendritic cells (DCs)[7]. Additionally, Complement C3 is reported to have antioxidant stress activity, protecting human bronchial epithelial cells from cigarette smoke-induced oxidative stress and inhibiting apoptosis[7].
Complement C3/C3a (Human) (2 μg/mL) increases the expression of NF-κB and IL-1β in human podocytes[9]. Complement C3/C3a (Human) (200 ng/mL, 2 hours) upregulates the expression of VCAM-1 and ICAM-1 in mouse primary cerebral endothelial cells induced by Lipopolysaccharides (HY-D1056) through the activation of p38 MAPK and NF-κB phosphorylation, thereby exerting an anti-inflammatory effect[11].
Complement C3/C3a (Human) receptor antagonist (JR14a) (10 mg/kg, i.g., once daily for 7 days) can reduce proteinuria levels in the Heymann nephritis rat model induced by anti-Fx1A antibodies, indicating that C3a is a pro-inflammatory factor in this model[9].
Measured by its ability to enhance IL-6 secretion by THP-1 human acute monocytic leukemia cells. The ED50 for this effect is 0.1-0.5 μg/mL.
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Measured by its ability to enhance IL-6 secretion by THP-1 human acute monocytic leukemia cells. The ED50 for this effect is 0.1759 μg/mL, corresponding to a specific activity is 5685.0483 U/mg.
Publications (5)
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Journal Impact Factor
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Most Recent
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Aging Cell
Age-Related Complement C3 Drives Memory Impairments and Associated Neuropathologies in a Mouse Model. [Abstract]2025 Jun 20:e70145. PMID: 40539508
Complement C3a Protein, Human purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Aging Cell. 2025 Jun 20:e70145. [Abstract]
Complement C3a Protein, Human (200 nM; 48 h) significantly decreased the viability of U251 cells.
Complement C3a Protein, Human purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Aging Cell. 2025 Jun 20:e70145. [Abstract]
Complement C3a Protein, Human (200 nM; 48 h) significantly decreased insulin receptor (IR) expression in U251 cells.
Complement C3a Protein, Human purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Aging Cell. 2025 Jun 20:e70145. [Abstract]
Complement C3a Protein, Human (200 nM; 48 h) significantly lowered the mRNA levels of mtATP6, mtCytB, and mtDN1R in U251 cells.
Complement C3a Protein, Human purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Aging Cell. 2025 Jun 20:e70145. [Abstract]
Complement C3a Protein, Human (200 nM; 48 h) caused irregular membrane structures in mitochondrial area of U251 cells compared with vehicle controls.
Complement C3a Protein, Human purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Aging Cell. 2025 Jun 20:e70145. [Abstract]
Complement C3a Protein, Human (200 nM; 48 h) significantly increased ROS generation in U251 cells.
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Inflammation
Exploring the Role of TRAF6-TAK1 Pathway in Podocyte Pyroptosis and Its Implications for Primary Membranous Nephropathy Therapy. [Abstract]2025 Jan 30. PMID: 39883393 -
Int Immunopharmacol
NOX2 deficiency promotes GSDME-related pyroptosis by reducing AMPK activation in neutrophils. [Abstract]2024 Oct 29;143(Pt 2):113504. PMID: 39476568 -
Exp Neurol
Microglia aggravate white matter injury via C3/C3aR pathway after experimental subarachnoid hemorrhage. [Abstract]2024 Jun 10:114853. PMID: 38866102 -
Comput Struct Biotechnol J
The complement C3a/C3aR pathway is associated with treatment resistance to gemcitabine-based neoadjuvant therapy in pancreatic cancer. [Abstract]2024 Oct 5:23:3634-3650. PMID: 39469671
Technical Parameters
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Species Human
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Source E. coli
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Tag Tag Free
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Accession
P01024 (S672-R748)
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Molecular Construction
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N-term
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C3a (S672-R748)
Accession # P01024 -
C-term
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Protein Length
Partial
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Synonyms
rHuComplement C3/C3a; Complement Component C3a; C3a; Anaphylatoxin
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AA Sequence
SVQLTEKRMDKVGKYPKELRKCCEDGMRENPMRFSCQRRTRFISLGEACKKVFLDCCNYITELRRQHARASHLGLAR
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Masse moléculaire
Approximately 12-13 kDa, based on SDS-PAGE under reducing conditions, due to the glycosylation.
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Pureté
≥ 95%, as determined by reducing SDS-PAGE.
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≥ 95%, as determined by reducing SDS-PAGE.
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Product Properties
Lyophilized powder
1.Lyophilized from a 0.22 μm filtered solution of 20 mM PB, 150 mM NaCl, pH 7.4.
2.Lyophilized from a 0.22 μm filtered solution of PBS, pH 7.4, 8% trehalose.
Please refer to the lot-specific COA for specific buffer information.
<1 EU/μg, determined by LAL method.
It is not recommended to reconstitute to a concentration less than 100 μg/mL in ddH2O. For long term storage it is recommended to add a carrier protein (0.1% BSA, 5% HSA, 10% FBS or 5% Trehalose).
Stored at -20°C for 2 years from date of receipt. After reconstitution, it is stable at 4°C for 1 week or -20°C for longer (with carrier protein). It is recommended to freeze aliquots at -20°C or -80°C for extended storage.
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
Documentation
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Instruction de manipulation (2659 KB)
Références
[1]. Coulthard LG, et al. Is the complement activation product C3a a proinflammatory molecule? Re-evaluating the evidence and the myth. J Immunol. 2015 Apr 15;194(8):3542-8. [Content Brief]
[2]. Markiewski MM, et al. Complement and coagulation: strangers or partners in crime? Trends Immunol. 2007 Apr;28(4):184-92. [Content Brief]
[3]. Wu F, et al. Complement component C3a plays a critical role in endothelial activation and leukocyte recruitment into the brain. J Neuroinflammation. 2016 Jan 28;13:23. [Content Brief]
[7]. Ringler E, et al. Complement protein C3a enhances adaptive immune responses towards FVIII products. Haematologica. 2023 Jun 1;108(6):1579-1589. [Content Brief]
[8]. Pei Y, et al. Complement component 3 protects human bronchial epithelial cells from cigarette smoke-induced oxidative stress and prevents incessant apoptosis. Front Immunol. 2022 Dec 20;13:1035930. [Content Brief]
[9]. Gao S, et al. Complement C3a and C3a Receptor Activation Mediates Podocyte Injuries in the Mechanism of Primary Membranous Nephropathy. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2022 Sep;33(9):1742-1756. [Content Brief]
[10]. Lillegard KE, et al. Differential effects of complement activation products c3a and c5a on cardiovascular function in hypertensive pregnant rats. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 2014 Nov;351(2):344-51. [Content Brief]
Calculators
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