GDF-8 Recombinant Protein

CATALOG NUMBER: 91-625

Specifications
Source Species:
Human Cells
Species:
Mouse
Source Species:
Human Cells
Recombinant Protein Sequence:
Asn25-Ser265
Fusion Tag:
C-6 His tag
Application Note:
This recombinant protein can be used for biological assays. For research use only.
Predicted Molecular Weight:
28.4 kD
Purity:
Greater than 95% as determined by reducing SDS-PAGE.
Endotoxin level less than 0.1 ng/ug (1 IEU/ug) as determined by LAL test.
Physical State:
Lyophilized
Buffer:
Lyophilized from a 0.2 um filtered solution of PBS,pH7.4. It is not recommended to reconstitute to a concentration less than 100 ug/ml. Dissolve the lyophilized protein in ddH2O.
Storage Conditions:
Lyophilized protein should be stored at -20°C, though stable at room temperature for 3 weeks.
Reconstituted protein solution can be stored at 4-7°C for 2-7 days.
Aliquots of reconstituted samples are stable at -20°C for 3 months.
Ncbi Official Symbol:
Mstn
Additional Names:
Growth/differentiation factor 8, GDF-8, Myostatin, Mstn, Gdf8
Protein Accession Number:
O08689
Ncbi Gene Id Number:
17700
Background:
Mouse Growth/differentiation factor 8(Mstn, GDF-8) is a member of the bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) family and the TGF-beta superfamily. This group of proteins is characterized by a polybasic proteolytic processing site which is cleaved to produce a mature protein containing seven conserved cysteine residues. It is expressed specifically in developing and adult skeletal muscle. It exists as a homodimer, and interacts with WFIKKN2, leading to inhibit its activity. This protein can act specifically as a negative regulator of skeletal muscle growth. It regulates cell growth and differentiation in both embryonic and adult tissues. Experiments in mice have improved that GDF-8 is a key regulator of mesenchymal stem cell proliferation and differentiation, and mice lacking Myostatin encoding gene show decreased body fat and a generalized increase in bone density and strength.

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Products are intended for laboratory research purposes only and should be used by qualified personnel only. They are not intended for use in humans. ProSci is not liable for damages or injuries resulting from receipt and/or use of ProSci materials. Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for safe storage, handling, and use procedures.

CATALOG NUMBER:

91-625

List Size:
0.05 mg

List Price:

$610.00

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