Active Recombinant Human FGF21 Protein, His-tagged

• Cat.No.: FGF21-287F
• Product Overview: Recombinant Human FGF21 Protein with a His tag was expressed in CHO.

Specification

• Description: FGF-21, also known as fibroblast growth factor-21 and FGFL, is a secreted growth factor belonging to theheparin-binding growth factor family. It is produced by hepatocytes in response to fatty acid stimulation. FGF-21 couples with its co-factor beta-Klotho to signal through FGFR1c and FGFR4. Signal transduction results in insulin-independent uptake of glucose by adipocytes. Clinical administration of FGF-21 induces energy expenditure, fat utilization and lipid excretion.
• Source: CHO
• Species: Human
• Tag: His
• Form: Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder.
• Bio-activity: ED50< 0.3 μg/mL, measured in a bioassay using NIH-3T3 cells.
• Molecular Mass: 23-25kDa, observed by reducing SDS-PAGE.
• AA Sequence: HPIPDSSPLLQFGGQVRQRYLYTDD AQQTEAHLEIREDGTVGGAADQSPE SLLQLKALKPGVIQILGVKTSRFLC QRPDGALYGSLHFDPEACSFRELLL EDGYNVYQSEAHGLPLHLPGNKSPH RDPAPRGPARFLPLPGLPPALPEPP GILAPQPPDVGSSDPLSMVGPSQGR SPSYASHHHHHH
• Endotoxin: < 0.2 EU/μg, determined by LAL method.
• Purity: > 95% as analyzed by SDS-PAGE.
• Storage: Lyophilized recombinant human FGF-21 remains stable up to 6 months at -80 centigrade from date of receipt. Upon reconstitution, human FGF-21, His should be stable up to 1 week at 4 centigrade or up to 2 months at -20 centigrade.
• Storage Buffer: Lyophilized after extensive dialysis against PBS.
• Reconstitution: Reconstituted in ddH2O or PBS at 100 μg/mL.

Gene Information

• Gene Name: FGF21 fibroblast growth factor 21 [ Homo sapiens ]
• Official Symbol: FGF21
• Synonyms: FGF21; fibroblast growth factor 21; FGF-21
• Gene ID: 26291
• mRNA Refseq: NM_019113
• Protein Refseq: NP_061986
• MIM: 609436
• UniProt ID: Q9NSA1

Reviews

01/04/2022

The manufacturer's history of producing high-quality products contributed to our trust in this protein.

06/27/2021

Collaboration with other research groups was made easier by the product's standardized use in the scientific community.

03/03/2016

The product's role in promoting collaboration and teamwork positively impacted the quality of our research.

Q&As

How is FGF21 expression regulated in adipose tissue?

FGF21 expression in adipose tissue is regulated by various factors, including peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) activation.

What are the effects of FGF21 on lipid metabolism?

FGF21 influences lipid metabolism by promoting the utilization of fatty acids for energy, contributing to the regulation of lipid homeostasis.

Can FGF21 be a biomarker for metabolic health?

FGF21 levels are being explored as potential biomarkers for metabolic health, reflecting conditions such as insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome.

Is FGF21 involved in the regulation of insulin sensitivity?

Yes, FGF21 plays a role in improving insulin sensitivity, making it a potential target for interventions in insulin resistance-associated conditions.

Does FGF21 have roles in energy expenditure?

Yes, FGF21 influences energy expenditure by promoting thermogenesis in brown adipose tissue, contributing to overall metabolic regulation.

Are there gender-specific differences in FGF21 levels?

Gender-specific differences in FGF21 levels have been reported, with some studies suggesting higher circulating FGF21 concentrations in females.

What signaling pathways does FGF21 activate?

FGF21 activates signaling pathways such as the AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) pathway, which contributes to its metabolic effects.