Human IL-13

IL-13, human recombinant
A mediator of allergic inflammation and disease
Product Overview
Alternate Names / Synonyms: Human IL-13, IL-13, IL13, IL 13, h-IL-13, rh-IL-13, recombinant human IL-13, recombinant IL-13, IL, interluekin
Gene Symbol: IL13
Accession #: P35225
Gene ID: 3596
Source: E. coli
Appearance: Lyophilized protein
Physical Form Description: Sterile filtered and lyophilized from 20 mM HCl
Molecular Weight: 12.5 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 TF-1 cells was < 1.0 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of > 1 x 10⁶ units/mg.
Reconstitution Instructions: Reconstitute in 5-10 mM HCl to a concentration of 0.1 µg/µl. The 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: IL-13 is an immunoregulatory protein produced by activated T lymphocytes. The biological activities of IL-13 include the stimulation of B cell proliferation, immunoglobulin production, and induction of differentiation of B cells and monocytic lineage. Recombinant human IL-13 is a 12.5 kDa protein containing 114 amino acid residues.
Handling: Centrifuge the vial prior to opening.
Usage: For Research Use Only! Not to be used in humans.