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Tetracycline inducible expression—Tet-One systems

tet-inducible expression using a single vector

Before the Tet-One systems were developed, our Tet-On and Tet-Off products all required two separate vectors: one to introduce the doxycycline-responsive transactivator protein into your target cells, and the other to introduce the inducible promoter controlling your gene of interest.

Before the Tet-One systems were developed, our Tet-On and Tet-Off products all required two separate vectors: one to introduce the doxycycline-responsive transactivator protein into your target cells, and the other to introduce the inducible promoter controlling your gene of interest.

The Tet-One Systems provide both of these components on a single vector. The Tet-On 3G transactivator is expressed in the forward direction from the human phosphoglycerate kinase 1 promoter, and the cloned gene of interest is expressed from the PTRE3GS promoter in the reverse orientation. Compared to the two-vector Tet-On 3G systems, all previously published all-in-one vectors have shown a low signal-to-noise ratio, typically providing only 50- to 100-fold induced expression, even in selected clones. Our Tet-One systems are based on an all-in-one design that has shown up to 25,000-fold induction (Heinz et al. 2011).

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631844 Lenti-X™ Tet-One™ Inducible Expression System Each Inquire for Quotation *

The Lenti-X Tet-One Inducible Expression System is a tetracycline-inducible lentiviral gene expression system that allows you to produce high titers of recombinant, VSV-G-pseudotyped lentiviruses for the purpose of establishing a tightly inducible expression system for your gene of interest in a wide variety of dividing and non-dividing mammalian cells. The all-in-one pLVX-TetOne Vector expresses the Tet-On 3G transactivator from the constitutive human PGK promoter in the forward orientation and your gene of interest from the PTRE3GS promoter in the reverse orientation. In the presence of doxycycline (Dox), the Tet-On 3G transactivator specifically binds and activates high-level transcription from the inducible promoter that controls expression of your gene. This vector does not contain a selection marker. The kit also includes Lenti-X Packaging Single Shots (VSV-G), a complete fourth generation lentiviral packaging system, and a sample of Lenti-X GoStix.

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Our products are to be used for Research Use Only. They may not be used for any other purpose, including, but not limited to, use in humans, therapeutic or diagnostic use, or commercial use of any kind. Our products may not be transferred to third parties, resold, modified for resale, or used to manufacture commercial products or to provide a service to third parties without our prior written approval.

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631101 Tet System Approved FBS, US-Sourced 500 mL USD $971.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems. This FBS has been processed in the United States.

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631106 Tet System Approved FBS 500 mL USD $933.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or its derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems.

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631847 Lenti-X™ Tet-One™ Inducible Expression System (Puro) Each Inquire for Quotation *

The Lenti-X Tet-One Inducible Expression System (Puro) is a tetracycline-inducible lentiviral gene expression system that allows you to produce high titers of recombinant, VSV-G pseudotyped lentiviruses for the purpose of establishing a tightly inducible expression system for your gene of interest in a wide variety of dividing and non-dividing mammalian cells. The all-in-one pLVX-TetOne-Puro Vector expresses the Tet-On 3G transactivator from the constitutive human PGK promoter in the forward orientation and your gene of interest from the PTRE3GS promoter in the reverse orientation. In the presence of doxycycline (Dox), the Tet-On 3G transactivator specifically binds and activates high-level transcription from the inducible promoter that controls expression of your gene. In addition, this vector contains a puromycin antibiotic selection marker. The kit also includes Lenti-X Packaging Single Shots (VSV-G), a complete fourth generation lentiviral packaging system, and a sample of Lenti-X GoStix.

Notice to purchaser

Our products are to be used for Research Use Only. They may not be used for any other purpose, including, but not limited to, use in humans, therapeutic or diagnostic use, or commercial use of any kind. Our products may not be transferred to third parties, resold, modified for resale, or used to manufacture commercial products or to provide a service to third parties without our prior written approval.

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631101 Tet System Approved FBS, US-Sourced 500 mL USD $971.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems. This FBS has been processed in the United States.

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631106 Tet System Approved FBS 500 mL USD $933.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or its derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems.

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634304 Retro-X™ Tet-One™ Inducible Expression System Each Inquire for Quotation *

The Retro-X Tet-One Inducible Expression System is a tetracycline-inducible retroviral gene expression system that allows you to produce high titers of recombinant retroviruses for the purpose of establishing a tightly inducible expression system for your gene of interest in a wide variety of dividing mammalian cells. The all-in-one pRetroX-TetOne Vector expresses the Tet-On 3G transactivator from the constitutive human PGK promoter in the forward orientation, and your gene of interest from the PTRE3GS promoter in the reverse orientation. In the presence of doxycycline (Dox), the Tet-On 3G transactivator specifically binds and activates high-level transcription from the inducible promoter that controls expression of your gene. This vector does not contain a selection marker. The kit also includes our Retro-X Universal Packaging System, our premium retroviral packaging system featuring the GP2-293 packaging cell line. All four commonly used envelopes are supplied on separate vectors, including VSV-G, eco, ampho and 10A1, to allow you to choose the tropism that is most appropriate for your target cells.

Notice to purchaser

Our products are to be used for Research Use Only. They may not be used for any other purpose, including, but not limited to, use in humans, therapeutic or diagnostic use, or commercial use of any kind. Our products may not be transferred to third parties, resold, modified for resale, or used to manufacture commercial products or to provide a service to third parties without our prior written approval.

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Cat. # Product Size Price License Quantity Details
631101 Tet System Approved FBS, US-Sourced 500 mL USD $971.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems. This FBS has been processed in the United States.

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631106 Tet System Approved FBS 500 mL USD $933.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or its derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems.

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634307 Retro-X™ Tet-One™ Inducible Expression System (Puro) Each Inquire for Quotation *

The Retro-X Tet-One Inducible Expression System (Puro) is a tetracycline-inducible retroviral gene expression system that allows you to produce high titers of recombinant retroviruses for the purpose of establishing a tightly inducible expression system for your gene of interest in a wide variety of dividing mammalian cells. The all-in-one pRetroX-TetOne-Puro Vector expresses the Tet-On 3G transactivator from the constitutive human PGK promoter in the forward orientation, and your gene of interest from the PTRE3GS promoter in the reverse orientation. In the presence of doxycycline (Dox), the Tet-On 3G transactivator specifically binds and activates high-level transcription from the inducible promoter that controls expression of your gene. In addition, this vector contains a puromycin antibiotic selection marker. The kit also includes our Retro-X Universal Packaging System, our premium retroviral packaging system featuring the GP2-293 packaging cell line. All four commonly used envelopes are supplied on separate vectors, including VSV-G, eco, ampho and 10A1, to allow you to choose the tropism that is most appropriate for your target cells.

Notice to purchaser

Our products are to be used for Research Use Only. They may not be used for any other purpose, including, but not limited to, use in humans, therapeutic or diagnostic use, or commercial use of any kind. Our products may not be transferred to third parties, resold, modified for resale, or used to manufacture commercial products or to provide a service to third parties without our prior written approval.

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Cat. # Product Size Price License Quantity Details
631101 Tet System Approved FBS, US-Sourced 500 mL USD $971.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems. This FBS has been processed in the United States.

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631106 Tet System Approved FBS 500 mL USD $933.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or its derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems.

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634301 Tet-One™ Inducible Expression System Each Inquire for Quotation *

The Tet-One Inducible Expression System is a tetracycline-inducible gene expression system that allows you to establish a tightly inducible expression system for your gene of interest in mammalian cells using an all-in-one plasmid vector. The pTetOne Vector expresses the Tet-On 3G transactivator from the constitutive human PGK promoter in the forward orientation, and your gene of interest from the PTRE3GS promoter in the reverse orientation. In the presence of doxycycline (Dox), the Tet-On 3G transactivator specifically binds and activates high-level transcription from the inducible promoter that controls expression of your gene. In addition, the kit contains linear selection markers for resistance to puromycin and hygromycin, either of which can be cotransfected with the pTetOne Vector to obtain stable clones. It also includes Xfect Transfection Reagent and Tet System Approved FBS.

Notice to purchaser

Our products are to be used for Research Use Only. They may not be used for any other purpose, including, but not limited to, use in humans, therapeutic or diagnostic use, or commercial use of any kind. Our products may not be transferred to third parties, resold, modified for resale, or used to manufacture commercial products or to provide a service to third parties without our prior written approval.

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Cat. # Product Size Price License Quantity Details
631101 Tet System Approved FBS, US-Sourced 500 mL USD $971.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems. This FBS has been processed in the United States.

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631106 Tet System Approved FBS 500 mL USD $933.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or its derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems.

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634310 AAVpro® Tet-One™ Inducible Expression System (AAV2) 1 System Inquire for Quotation *

The AAVpro Tet-One Inducible Expression System is a tetracycline-inducible gene expression system that allows you to produce high titers of recombinant, adeno-associated virus (AAV) for establishing a tightly inducible expression system for your gene of interest in mammalian cells. The all-in-one pAAV-TetOne vector expresses the Tet-On 3G transactivator from the constitutive human PGK promoter, and your gene of interest from the PTRE3GS promoter. In the presence of doxycycline (Dox), the Tet-On 3G transactivator specifically binds and activates high-level transcription from the inducible promoter that controls expression of your gene. There is no selection marker on this vector for mammalian cells. The kit also includes the plasmids for preparation of high-titer AAV particles without the use of a helper virus, and AAV Extraction Solution for isolation of pure AAV particles.

Notice to purchaser

Our products are to be used for Research Use Only. They may not be used for any other purpose, including, but not limited to, use in humans, therapeutic or diagnostic use, or commercial use of any kind. Our products may not be transferred to third parties, resold, modified for resale, or used to manufacture commercial products or to provide a service to third parties without our prior written approval.

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Required Products

Cat. # Product Size Price License Quantity Details
631101 Tet System Approved FBS, US-Sourced 500 mL USD $971.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems. This FBS has been processed in the United States.

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631106 Tet System Approved FBS 500 mL USD $933.00

Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) that has been functionally tested for optimal use with all of our Tet Systems. This FBS does not contain trace levels of tetracycline (or its derivatives) which have been observed to interfere with proper regulation of TRE-controlled gene expression. Use of this serum ensures the maximal range of induction possible with the Tet Systems.

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Overview

  • All-in-one vector design provides all the power of Tet-On 3G technology in a single vector, making inducible expression as easy as constitutive expression
  • Low background and high maximum induced expression
  • High sensitivity to doxycycline: near maximum expression at 10 ng/ml doxycycline
  • Inducible expression in a broad range of tissues, because the Tet-On 3G transactivator is expressed from the human PGK promoter
  • High-titer lentivirus packaging system provided with Lenti-X Tet-One systems
  • Retro-X systems incude our Retro-X Universal Packaging System
  • The AAVpro system uses a helper-free packaging system and includes extraction reagents for efficient isolation of AAV particles

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Applications

  • Tightly controlled inducible expression in mammalian cells
References

Heinz, N., Schambach, A., Galla, M., Maetzig, T., Baum, C., Loew R. & Schiedlmeier, B. Retroviral and transposon-based Tet-regulated all-in-one vectors with reduced background expression and improved dynamic range. Human Gene Ther. 22, 166–176 (2011).

Additional product information

Please see the product's Certificate of Analysis for information about storage conditions, product components, and technical specifications. Please see the Kit Components List to determine kit components. Certificates of Analysis and Kit Components Lists are located under the Documents tab.

Tet-One tetracycline-inducible expression system, technology overview

Tighly controlled expression system that is as easy to use as any constitutive system

Until now, the best inducible mammalian expression systems have all required a two-vector format. Tet-One inducible expression systems are the only commercially available single-vector systems that can deliver a >10,000-fold difference in expression levels between induced and uninduced states.

Tet-One technology overview All inducible systems

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