| Species |
Human |
| Protein Construction |
IGF-BP-2 (Phe40-Gln325)
Accession # P18065 |
Poly-His |
| N-term |
C-term |
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| Purity |
> 95% as analyzed by SDS-PAGE |
| Endotoxin Level |
< 0.2 EU/μg of protein by gel clotting method |
| Biological Activity |
ED50 < 2.0 μg/ml, measured in a bioassay using FDC-P1 cells in the presence of 15.0 ng/ml human IGF-II. |
| Expression System |
HEK 293 |
| Apparent Molecular Weight |
6~20 kDa, on SDS-PAGE under reducing conditions. |
| Formulation |
Lyophilized after extensive dialysis against PBS. |
| Reconstitution |
It is recommended that this vial be briefly centrifuged prior to opening to bring the contents to the bottom. Reconstitute the lyophilized powder in ddH₂O or PBS up to 100 μg/ml. |
| Storage & Stability |
Upon receiving, this product remains stable for up to 6 months at lower than -70°C. Upon reconstitution, the product should be stable for up to 1 week at 4°C or up to 3 months at -20°C. For long term storage it is recommended that a carrier protein (example 0.1% BSA) be added. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. |
| Target Background |
IGF-BP-2, also known as Insulin-like growth factor-binding protein 2, IBP-2 and BP-2, is a cysteine-rich secreted protein belonging to the IGF-binding protein superfamily. It is expressed by the central nervous system, bone cells and reproductive tissues. IGF-BP-2 binds to both IGF-I and IGF-II, with a much higher binding affinity to IGF-II than IGF-I. IGF-BP-2 has been shown to inhibitand stimulate the growth promoting effects of IGFs, thus serving as a regulator for IGF distribution, function and activity. |
| Synonyms |
Insulin-like growth factor-binding protein 2; IBP-2; BP-2 |
For laboratory research use only. Direct human use, including taking orally and injection and clinical use are forbidden.
