Analyze p53 degradation by 35S p53 Pulse Chase Analysis

Abstract

p53, is known as the guardian of the genome and as such requires exquisite regulation not only of its abundance but also its activity. The abundance of p53 can be modulated at the level of transcription, translation, and also via its degradation.This protocol involves 35S metabolic labelling of newly synthesized proteins followed by a period of chase with "cold" media. Samples are harvested and p53 immunopreciptiated, separated by SDS PAGE and the levels of 35S labelled p53 determined. By comparing the level of 35S p53 at 0 h to those "chased" with cold media (e.g. 60 min) provides an indication of the rate of p53 turnover.