MtoZ Biolabs

Post-translational modifications (PTMs) are covalent and usually enzymatic modifications on proteins. Common PTMs include phosphorylation, acetylation, ubiquitination, glycosylation, and so on. These PTMs can cause huge influences on protein structure, distribution, and function, hence, increasing the complexity of proteome to a greater extent. Protein PTMs is generally analyzed by measuring the mass increased on the modified peptides. Since PTMs are generally present in very low abundance, specific enrichment procedures are required before PTMs identification. MtoZ Biolabs has established a powerful and professional Post-Translational Modifications Proteomics Service, which includes Thermo Fisher Q ExactiveHF and Obitrap Fusion Lumos mass analyzer system, coupled with Nano-LC system. Our aim is to provide the most professional support for our clients’ research.

PTMs Analysis Service Categories

Phospho Proteomics
MtoZ Biolabs provides protein phosphorylation analysis service with highly efficient phospho-peptides enrichment processing and Nano LC-MS/MS analysis. Coupled with SILAC/iTRAQ labeling, this service can be applied to large-scale phospho-proteomics analysis.

Acetyl Proteomics
MtoZ Biolabs provides precise acetyl-proteomics analysis service using Nano LC-MS/MS. We also use CST acetylation-specific antibodies for acetyl-peptide enrichment, and 2-3 different enzymes for protein digestion to ensure full scan of acetyl-peptides.

Ubiquitin Proteomics
MtoZ Biolabs offers protein ubiquitination identification and quantification service using high-resolution mass spectrometry analysis. We also use highly specific ubiquitin antibody for enrichment of low abundance ubiquitin-peptide.

Glyco Proteomics
MtoZ Biolabs utilizes the HCD/ETD mode of Orbitrap Fusion mass spectrometry for glycoprotein analysis. Coupled with Byonic software, we can accurately analyze N- and O-linked glycosylation sites and the corresponding glycogens.

Disulfide Bond Analysis
MtoZ Biolabs provides disulfide bond analysis service at both single protein level and proteome level. We have optimized our sample preparation method to reduce the chance of in vitro disulfide bond exchange and maintain the native protein structure to the greatest extent.

Histone Modification Analysis
MtoZ Biolabs has optimized our sample preparation protocols to obtain highly purified histones with the least effect to the modification, and ensures precise histone modification analysis using Nano LC-MS/MS.

*Note: We also provide custom analytical service to identify many other types of PTMs. For special requirement, please contact us for project discussion.

Case Study
In this study, the ubiquitination modification sites of a Co-IP protein sample are analyzed. Part of the final analytical results is listed as below, showing the peptide sequences and identified ubiquitination sites respectively.

Deliverables
1. Experiment Procedures
2. Parameters of Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometer
3. MS Raw Data Files
4. Identification of Peptides with PTMs

Related Services

Protein Analysis
Protein Identification
Protein Mass Measurement
LC-MS Analysis of Pull-Down Proteins
Native MS Analysis

Protein Sequencing
Protein De Novo Seq
N-Terminal Sequencing
C-Terminal Sequencing
Edman Degradation
Protein Full-Length Sequencing

PTM Analysis
Phospho Proteomics
Acetyl Proteomics
Ubiquitin Proteomics
Glyco Proteomics
Disulfide Bond
Histone Modifications

About Us
MtoZ Biolabs is an integrate contract research organization (CRO) providing advanced proteomics, metabolomics, bioinformatics, and biopharmaceutical analysis services to researchers in biochemistry, biotechnology, and biopharmaceutical fields. The name of MtoZ represents “mass to charge ratio” in mass spectrometry analysis, as most of our services are provided based on our well-established mass spectrometry platforms. Our services allow for the rapid and efficient development of research projects, including protein analysis, proteomics, and metabolomics programs.

MtoZ Biolabs is specialized in quantitative multiplexed proteomics and metabolomics applications through the establishment of state-of-the-art mass spectrometry platforms, coupled with high-performance liquid chromatography technology. We are committed to developing efficient, and effective tools for addressing core bioinformatics problems. With a continuing focus on quality, MtoZ Biolabs is well equipped to help you with your needs in proteomics, metabolomics, bioinformatics, and biopharmaceutical research. Our ultimate aim is to provide more rapid, high-throughput, and cost-effective analysis, with exceptional data quality and minimal sample.