FGF-18
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- BACKGROUND
Primary Accession | O89101 |
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Species | Mouse |
Sequence | Glu28-Gly207 |
Purity | > 95% as analyzed by SDS-PAGE > 95% as analyzed by HPLC |
Endotoxin Level | < 1 EU/ µg of protein by LAL method |
Biological Activity | The ED50 as determined by thymidine uptake assay using FGF-receptors transfected BaF3 cells is less than 0.5 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of 2.0 × 106 IU/mg. |
Expression System | E. coli |
Theoretical Molecular Weight | 21.0 kDa |
Formulation | Lyophilized from a 0.2 µm filtered solution in PBS, pH 7.4, 500 mM NaCl. |
Reconstitution | It is recommended that this vial be briefly centrifuged prior to opening to bring the contents to the bottom. Reconstitute the lyophilized powder in sterile distilled water or aqueous buffer containing 0.1 % BSA to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/ml. |
Storage & Stability | Upon receiving, this product remains stable for up to 6 months at -20°C or -70°C. Upon reconstitution, the product should be stable for up to 1 week at 2-8°C or up to 3 months at -20°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. |
Gene ID | 14172 |
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Other Names | Fibroblast growth factor 18, FGF-18, zFGF5, Fgf18 |
Target Background | Murine FGF-18 is encoded by the FGF18 gene. By phylogenetic analysis and gene location analysis, FGF-18 is divided into FGF-8 subfamily which has three members FGF-8, FGF-17 and FGF-18. Using FGF knockout mice model, the numbers of this subfamily were testified that have crucial roles in embryo development. FGF-18–/– mice have decreased expression of osteogenic markers and delayed long-bone ossification. FGF-18 has been shown in vitro that this protein is able to induce neurite outgrowth in PC12 cells. In addition, it also has significant roles in lung development and has an anabolic effect on cartilage formation. |
Name | Fgf18 |
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Function | Plays an important role in the regulation of cell proliferation, cell differentiation and cell migration. Required for normal ossification and bone development. Stimulates hepatic and intestinal proliferation (By similarity). |
Cellular Location | Secreted. |

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