Description

Actomyosin is a complex contractile protein essential for muscle function, formed from the association of actin and myosin filaments. This high-purity biochemical is critical for research in muscle physiology, cellular motility, and the development of diagnostic assays. It serves as a fundamental reagent for biochemists, pharmaceutical researchers, and diagnostic manufacturers requiring a reliable and well-characterized protein standard.

Application

• Biomedical Research: Fundamental studies on muscle contraction mechanisms, cytoskeletal dynamics, and cell motility.
• In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD): Used as a key component or calibrator in diagnostic kits for muscle-related disorders and autoimmune conditions.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Screening and validation of drug candidates targeting muscle function and contractile apparatus disorders.
• Biochemical Assays: Serves as a substrate or standard in enzymatic and binding assays to study ATPase activity and protein-protein interactions.
• Food Science Research: Investigation of post-mortem muscle biochemistry and texture development in meat products.
• Academic & Teaching Laboratories: A standard reagent for graduate-level biochemistry and cell biology practical courses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Actomyosin
CAS No.	102322-35-0
Molecular Formula	Protein Complex (Actin & Myosin)
Molecular Weight	Variable (High Molecular Weight Complex)
Synonyms	Actin-Myosin Complex; Myosin B; Natural Actomyosin; Muscle Contractile Protein; ATPase Complex; Skeletal Muscle Actomyosin; Cardiac Actomyosin; Smooth Muscle Actomyosin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Actomyosin is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and biological activity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous quality testing, including purity assessment, activity assays, and bioburden checks. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as protein concentration, ATPase activity, and purity profile is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store frozen at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Aliquot contents upon receipt for single-use applications to maintain optimal activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder or suspension
Identification (SDS-PAGE)	Presence of characteristic actin and myosin heavy/light chain bands
Protein Content (Biuret/Bradford)	≥ 90%
ATPase Activity	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in appropriate low-ionic-strength buffers
Bioburden	Meets specifications for research-grade biochemicals
Endotoxin (LAL)	< 1.0 EU/mg (if required for specific grade)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.