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IL-5, rat recombinant
A cytokine which stimulates B cell growth & eosinophil activation
Product Overview
Alternate Names / Synonyms: BCDFII, TRF, T-cell replacing factor, Eosinophil differentiation factor, B cell differentiation factor I, IL-5,
Gene Symbol: IL5
Accession #: Q08125
Gene ID: 24497
Source: E. coli
Appearance: Lyophilized protein
Physical Form Description: Lyophilized (from 1 mg/ml in sterile solution with no additives)
Molecular Weight: 13.1 kDa
Purity by SDS-PAGE: ≥98%
Purity by HPLC: ≥98%
Endotoxin Level: <0.1 ng/μg
Biological Activity: Rat IL-5 is fully biologically active when compared to standard. The ED₅₀ as determined by the dose-dependent stimulation of the proliferation of BCL-1 cells is 0.3-1 ng/ml.
Reconstitution Instructions: Reconstitute in water to a concentration of 0.1-0.5 mg/ml. The solution can be diluted into other aqueous buffers
Storage Temp.: -20°C
Shipping: Blue ice
Background Information: IL-5, also known as eosinophil differentiation factor. It regulates eosinophil growth and activation. The recombinant IL-5 is a dimeric, non-glycosylated polypeptide with 113 amino acids.
Handling: Centrifuge the vial prior to opening.
Usage: For Research Use Only! Not to be used in humans. |