| Species : |
Human |
| Source : |
E.coli |
| Protein Length : |
28-212 a.a. |
| Description : |
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the fibroblast growth factor (FGF) family. FGF family members possess broad mitogenic and cell survival activities and are involved in a variety of biological processes including embryonic development, cell growth, morphogenesis, tissue repair, tumor growth and invasion. This gene was identified by its similarity with mouse fgf3/int-2, a proto-oncogene activated in virally induced mammary tumors in the mouse. Frequent amplification of this gene has been found in human tumors, which may be important for neoplastic transformation and tumor progression. Studies of the similar genes in mouse and chicken suggested the role in inner ear formation. |
| Bio-activity : |
Measured in a cell proliferation assay using NR6R3T3 mouse fibroblast cells. The ED50 for this effect is 0.02-0.1 μg/mL in the presence of 1 μg/mL of heparin. |
| Molecular Mass : |
21 kDa |
| Product-Related Proteins : |
28-212 |
| Endotoxin : |
< 0.1 EU/μg of the protein as determined by the LAL method |
| Purity : |
> 95 % as determined by SDS-PAGE |
| Storage : |
At -80 centigrade. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. |
| Storage Buffer : |
PBS |