Human IL-5

IL-5, human recombinant
A cytokine which stimulates B cell growth & eosinophil activation
Product Overview
Alternate Names / Synonyms: Human IL-5, IL5, IL 5, IL-5, h-IL-5, rh-IL-5, recombinant human IL-5, recombinant IL-5, IL, interluekin
Gene Symbol: IL5
Accession #: P05113
Gene ID: 3567
Source: E. coli
Appearance: Lyophilized protein
Physical Form Description: Lyophilized with no additives.
Molecular Weight: 26.5 kDa
Purity by SDS-PAGE: ≥98%
Purity by HPLC: ≥98%
Endotoxin Level: <0.1 ng/μg
Biological Activity: The ED₅₀ as determined by the dose-dependent stimulation of the proliferation of human TF-1 cells is <0.15 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of >6 x 10⁶units/mg.
Reconstitution Instructions: Reconstitute in water to a concentration of 0.1 mg/ml. The solution can be diluted into other buffered solutions or stored at –20°C for future use. For most in vitro applications, IL-5 exerts its biological activity in the concentration range of 0.1 to 10 ng/ml
Storage Temp.: -20°C
Shipping: Gel pack
Background Information: IL-5 is a potent T-cell derived factor that stimulates the growth of certain B cells and the differentiation of eosinophils. Human IL-5 is a 26.5 kDa protein containing 232 amino acid residues.
Handling: Centrifuge the vial prior to opening.
Usage: For Research Use Only! Not to be used in humans.