Murine FGF-9

FGF-9, murine recombinant
A heparin binding growth factor, stimulating the proliferation and activation of cells expressing FGFR
Product Overview
Alternate Names / Synonyms: Fibroblast growth factor 9, GAF, Glia-activating factor, HBGF-9, FGF9, FGF-9, FGF 9
Gene Symbol: FGF9
Accession #: P54130
Gene ID: 2254
Source: E. coli
Appearance: Lyophilized protein
Physical Form Description: Sterile filtered and lyophilized in 10 mM Tris, pH 8.0 + 0.15 M Ammonium Sμlfate.
Molecular Weight: 23.3 kDa
Purity by SDS-PAGE: ≥98%
Purity by HPLC: ≥98%
Endotoxin Level: <0.1 ng/μg
Biological Activity: The ED₅₀ determined by the dose-dependent stimulation of thymidine uptake by BaF3 cells expressing FGF receptors is <0.5 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of ≥2 x 10⁶ units/mg.
Reconstitution Instructions: Reconstitute in water to a concentration of 0.2-0.5 mg/ml. This solution can then be diluted into other aqueous buffers
Storage Temp.: -20°C
Shipping: Blue ice
Background Information: FGF-9 is a heparin binding growth factor that belongs to the FGF family. FGF-9 protein stimulates the proliferation and activation of glial cells and other cells that express FGF receptors. Recombinant murine FGF-9 is a 23.3 kDa protein containing 205 amino acid residues.
Handling: Centrifuge the vial prior to opening.
Usage: For Research Use Only! Not to be used in humans.