		Technical Data
T8250-01A	Transforming Growth Factor alpha, Recombinant, Human (TGFa)	100ug

Growth Factors, Cytokines

Storage: -20°CShipping: Blue Ice

Transforming growth factor alpha (TGF alpha) stimulates proliferation of a wide range of epidermal and epithelial cells.

Source:
Recombinant corresponding to human TGF, alpha, expressed in E. coli.

Molecular Weight:
~5.5kD (50aa sequence)

Activity:
~1.4x106Units/mg

Endotoxin: 0.1ng/ug

Applications:
Suitable for use in Functional Assays. Other applications not tested.

Recommended Dilution:
Functional Assays: 0.5-25ng/ml
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.

Storage and Stability:

Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months at -20°C. Reconstitute with 100ul sterile dH2O. Aliquot and store at -20°C. Reconstituted product is stable for 6 months 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.

Molecular Weight:
~5.5kD

Source: E. coli
Purity: Purified: ~98% (SDS PAGE, HPLC).
Form: Supplied as a lyophilized powder. No preservative added. Reconstitute with 100ul sterile dH2O.

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.

Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.