Species : |
Mouse |
Source : |
HEK293 |
Tag : |
DDK&Myc |
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 suppresses osteoblast differentiation, and negatively regulates bone density, by modulating TGF-beta receptor availability to other ligands. Homozygous knockout mice for this gene exhibit increased bone density and volume, while overexpression of this gene in a transgenic mouse causes bone defects resulting in spontaneous rib fractures. This gene encodes distinct protein isoforms that may be similarly proteolytically processed. |
Molecular Mass : |
52.8 kDa |
Purity : |
>80% as determined by SDS-PAGE and Coomassie blue staining |
Stability : |
Stable for 12 months from the date of receipt of the product under proper storage and handling conditions. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. |
Storage : |
Store at -80 centigrade after receiving vials. |
Concentration : |
>50 μg/mL as determined by microplate BCA method |
Storage Buffer : |
25 mM Tris.HCl, pH 7.3, 100 mM glycine, 10% glycerol. |