Potent proinflammatory cytokine. Initially discovered as the major endogenous pyrogen, induces prostaglandin synthesis, neutrophil influx and activation, T-cell activation and cytokine production, B-cell activation and antibody production, and fibroblast proliferation and collagen production. Promotes Th17 differentiation of T-cells. Synergizes with IL12/interleukin-12 to induce IFNG synthesis from T-helper 1 (Th1) cells.
 Recombinant protein corresponding to rat Interleukin-1 beta expressed in E. coli.
Molecular Weight
 ~17.4kD (153aa)
Biological Activity
 >1x10e7units/mg as determined by dose-dependent stimulation of proliferation of murine D10S cells.
Amino Acid Sequence
 MVPIRQLHCR LRDEQQKCLV LSDPCELKAL HLNGQNISQQ VVFSMSFVQG ETSNDKIPVA LGLKGLNLYL SCVMKDGTPT LQLESVDPKQ YPKKKMEKRF VFNKIEVKTK VEFESAQFPN WYISTSQAEH RPVFLGNSNG RDIVDFTMEP VSS
Storage and Stability
 Lyophilized and reconstituted products are stable for 6 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile ddH2O. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
Source
Recombinant, E. coli
Concentration
~0.1mg/ml (after reconstitution)
Form
Supplied as a lyophilized powder in 10mM sodium acetate, pH 6.5. No preservative added. Reconstitute with 100ul sterile ddH2O.
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.