Species : |
Human |
Source : |
CHO |
Tag : |
Fc |
Protein Length : |
49-162 a.a. |
Description : |
Interleukin-15 (IL-15) has a broad spectrum of biological activities. It is crucial for the development, proliferation, survival and differentiation of multiple cells from both innate and adaptive immune systems. IL-15 up-regulation has a central role in the development of several autoimmune or chronic inflammatory disorders. Targeting IL-15 or its receptor may have a valuable impact on the treatment of immune-mediated diseases. IL-15 participates in the development of important immune antitumor mechanisms. It activates CD8(+) T cells, natural killer (NK) cells, NK T cells, and can promote the formation of antitumor antibodies. IL-15 can also protect T effector cells from the action of T regulatory cells and reverse tolerance to tumor-associated antigens. In pre-clinical studies IL-15 has been found to demonstrate potentiated antitumor effects following pre-association with IL-15Ralpha;, or when used in combination with chemotherapy, adoptive therapy, monoclonal antibodies, and tumor vaccines. |
Form : |
Lyophilized from 0.2μm-filtered solution in PBS. |
Bio-activity : |
This mutant IL-15/Fc fusion protein specifically binds to the IL-15R, competitively inhibits IL-15-triggered cell proliferation, promotes transplant tolerance, does not activate the STAT-signaling pathway, and exerts a prolonged circulating half-life caus |
Purity : |
≥98% (SDS-PAGE) |
Stability : |
Stable for at least 1 year after receipt when stored at -20°C. Working aliquots are stable for up to 3 months when stored at -20°C. |
Storage : |
Short Term Storage: +4°C; Long Term Storage: -20°C. Avoid freeze/thaw cycles. |