Catalogue number
CYT-801
Synonyms
Introduction
Persephin is a member of the GDNF ligand subfamily of the TGF-beta superfamily. PSPN encourages the existence and growth of key dopaminergic and motor neurons, as well as taking part in kidney development. Nonetheless, persephin does not support existence of peripheral neurons.
Description
PSPN Human Recombinant produced in E.Coli is a disulfide-linked homodimer containing 2x96 amino acids and having a molecular mass of 20.5kDa.
The PSPN is purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Source
Escherichia Coli.
Physical Appearance
Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder.
Formulation
Lyophilized from a 0.2µm filtered concentrated solution in PBS, pH 7.4.
Solubility
It is recommended to reconstitute the lyophilized PSPN in 4mM HCl not less than 100µg/ml, which can then be further diluted to other aqueous solutions.
Stability
Lyophilized PSPN although stable at room temperature for 3 weeks, should be stored desiccated below -18°C. Upon reconstitution PSPN should be stored at 4°C between 2-7 days and for future use below -18°C. For long term storage it is recommended to add a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA). Please prevent freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
Greater than 95.0% as determined by:
(a) Analysis by RP-HPLC.
(b) Analysis by SDS-PAGE.
Amino acid sequence
ALSGPCQLWS LTLSVAELGL GYASEEKVIF RYCAGSCPRG ARTQHGLALA RLQGQGRAHG GPCCRPTRYT DVAFLDDRHR WQRLPQLSAA ACGCGG.
Biological Activity
Fully biologically active when compared to standard. The ED50 as determined by a cell proliferation assay using human TT medullary thyroid cancer cells is less than 10ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of > 1.0 × 100,000 IU/mg.
Safety Data Sheet
Usage
ProSpec's products are furnished for LABORATORY RESEARCH USE ONLY. The product may not be used as drugs, agricultural or pesticidal products, food additives or household chemicals.
