Rat IGF-I

IGF-I, rat recombinant
An endocrine hormone binding to IGF1R
Product Overview
Product Name: IGF-I, rat recombinant
Alternate Names / Synonyms: Rat IGF-I, IGF-I,IGFI, IGF I, IGF-1, IGF 1, IGF1, r-IGF-I, rr-IGF-I, recombinant rat IGF-I, recombinant IGF-I, IGF
Gene Symbol: IGF1
Accession #: P08025
Gene ID: 24482
Source: E. coli
Appearance: Lyophilized protein
Physical Form Description: Lyophilized with no additives.
Molecular Weight: 7.69 kDa
Purity by SDS-PAGE: ≥95%
Purity by HPLC: ≥95%
Endotoxin Level: <0.1 ng/μg
Biological Activity: The ED₅₀ was determined by two methods: 1) By stimulation of protein synthesis in rat L6 myoblasts, the ED₅₀ was found to be <30 ng/ml; 2) By Type I IGF receptor binding assay, the ED₅₀ was found to be < 10 ng/ml.
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 and stored at 4°C for 1 week or –20°C for future use.
Storage Temp.: -20°C
Shipping: Gel pack
Background Information: IGF-I (insulin-like Growth Factor-I) is a polypeptide growth factor that stimulates the proliferation of a wide range of cell types including muscle, bone, and cartilage tissue. Rat IGF-I is a 7.69 kDa protein containing 70 amino acid residues plus an additional 21 amino acids as N-terminal His-tag.
Handling: Centrifuge the vial prior to opening.
Usage: For Research Use Only! Not to be used in humans.