Seed-specific expression and analysis of recombinant anti-HER2 single-chain variable fragment (scFv-Fc) in Arabidopsis thaliana.
Journal: 2017/July - Protein Expression and Purification
ISSN: 1096-0279
Abstract:
Antibodies to human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) are a key element of breast cancer therapy; however, they are expensive to produce and their availability is limited. A seed-specific expression system can be used to produce recombinant proteins. We report a seed-specific expression system for the manufacture of anti-HER2 ScFv-Fc in Arabidopsis thaliana, driven by the Phaseolus vulgaris β-phaseolin promoter. Recombinant anti-HER2 ScFv-Fc was successfully and specifically expressed in seeds, and identified by protein analysis. The highest protein accumulation level, with a maximum of 1.1% of total soluble protein, was observed in mature seeds. We also demonstrated the anti-tumor potency of the plant-derived antibody against SK-BR-3 cells. These results suggest that seed-expression systems could contribute to the manufacture of commercial antibodies such as anti-HER2 ScFv-Fc.
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