rat GM-CSF

GM-CSF, rat recombinant
A cytokine functioning as a white blood cell growth factor
Product Overview
Alternate Names / Synonyms: rat GM-CSF, GM-CSF, GMCSF, GM CSF, r-G-CSF, rr-G-CSF, recombinant rat G-CSF, recombinant GM-CSF
Gene Symbol: CSF2
Accession #: P48750
Gene ID: 116630
Source: E. coli
Appearance: Lyophilized protein
Physical Form Description: Sterile filtered and lyophilized from 10 mM Tris, pH 8.5.
Molecular Weight: 14.5 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 the proliferation of murine FDC-P1 cells is <0.01 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of >1 x 10⁸ units/mg.
Reconstitution Instructions: Reconstitute in water to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/ml. This solution can then be diluted into other aqueous buffers or stored at 4°C for 1 week or –20°C for future use.
Storage Temp.: -20°C
Shipping: Gel pack
Background Information: Rat GM-CSF (Granulocyte Macrophage Colony stimulating Factor) is a potent species-specific stimulator of bone marrow cells. GM-CSF stimulates precursor cells of granulocytes, macrophages and eosinophils. Recombinant rat GM-CSF is a 14.5 kDa globular protein consisting of 128 amino acid residues
Handling: Centrifuge the vial prior to opening.
Usage: For Research Use Only! Not to be used in humans.