| Description : |
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the fibroblast growth factor (FGF) family. FGF family members bind heparin and possess broad mitogenic and angiogenic activities. This protein has been implicated in diverse biological processes, such as limb and nervous system development, wound healing, and tumor growth. The mRNA for this gene contains multiple polyadenylation sites, and is alternatively translated from non-AUG (CUG) and AUG initiation codons, resulting in five different isoforms with distinct properties. The CUG-initiated isoforms are localized in the nucleus and are responsible for the intracrine effect, whereas, the AUG-initiated form is mostly cytosolic and is responsible for the paracrine and autocrine effects of this FGF. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008] |
| Source : |
E. coli |
| Species : |
Human |
| Tag : |
His(N-ter) |
| Form : |
Powder |
| Bio-activity : |
Determined by its ability to induce 3T3 cells proliferation. The ED50 for this effect is < 1 ng/mL. The specific activity of recombinant human FGF-2 is approximately > 5 x 10^5 IU/mg. |
| AA Sequence : |
AAGSITTLPALPEDGGSGAFPPGHF KDPKRLYCKNGGFFLRIHPDGRVDG VREKSDPHIKLQLQAEERGVVSIKG VCANRYLAMKEDGRLLASKCVTDEC FFFERLESNNYNTYRSRKYTSWYVA LKRTGQYKLGSKTGPGQKAILFLPM SAKS |
| Endotoxin : |
Endotoxin level is less than 0.1 EU/μg of the protein, as determined by the LAL test. |
| Purity : |
> 98% (by SDS-PAGE) |
| Applications : |
SDS-PAGE |
| Notes : |
For laboratory research only, not for drug, diagnostic or other use. |
| Storage : |
Lyophilized protein should be stored at -20°C. After reconstitution, aliquot and store at -20°C or -80°C for up to one month. Storage in frost free freezers is not recommended. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles. Suggest spin the vial prior to opening. |
| Storage Buffer : |
PBS (pH 8.0) and 0.01% Sarkosyl. |
| Reconstitution : |
It is recommended to reconstitute the lyophilized protein in sterile water to a concentration not less than 100 μg/mL and incubate the stock solution for at least 20 min at room temperature to make sure the protein is dissolved completely. |
