| Species : |
Human |
| Source : |
E.coli |
| Protein Length : |
268-376 a.a. |
| Description : |
This gene encodes a secreted ligand of the TGF-beta (transforming growth factor-beta) superfamily of proteins. Ligands of this family bind various TGF-beta receptors leading to recruitment and activation of SMAD family transcription factors that regulate gene expression. The encoded preproprotein is proteolytically processed to generate each subunit of the disulfide-linked homodimer. This protein negatively regulates skeletal muscle cell proliferation and differentiation. Mutations in this gene are associated with increased skeletal muscle mass in humans and other mammals. |
| Bio-activity : |
The ED50 as determined by the inhibition of the proliferation of MPC-11 cells is < 20ng/mL, corresponding to a Specific Activity of 50,000units/mg. |
| Molecular Mass : |
12.4 kDa |
| Product-Related Proteins : |
268-376 |
| 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 |