Product Description:

TGF beta family members are key modulators of cell proliferation, differentiation, matrix synthesis, and apoptosis. As implied by their name, BMPs initiate, promote, and regulate the development, growth, and remodeling of bone and cartilage. In addition to this role, BMPs are also involved in prenatal development and postnatal growth, remodeling, and maintenance of a variety of other tissues and organs. BMP-5 is expressed in the nervous system, lungs and liver. It is a known regulator for dendritic growth in sympathetic neurons. BMP-5 is a 454 amino acid precursor protein that is cleaved to release the biologically active C-terminal mature protein. Recombinant Human BMP-5 is a 31.2 kDa homodimeric disulfide-linked protein consisting of two identical 138 amino acid chains.

Technical Specifications:

• Species: Human
• Expression: CHO Cell Expressed
• Activity: Typically 0.5-1.0 μg/ml ED50
• Purity: ≥95%
• Endotoxin: <1.0 EU/μg
• Molecular Mass: 31.2 kDa
• Country of Origin: USA

Purity Confirmation:

This was determined by SDS-PAGE gel and HPLC analysis.

Activity Assay:

Determined by its ability to induce alkaline phosphatase production by ATDC-5 cells.

AA Sequence:

Reconstitution Buffer:

Centrifuge the vial prior to opening. Reconstitute in water to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/ml.

Storage:

For extended storage, it is recommended to further dilute in a buffer containing a carrier protein (example 0.1% HSA) and store in working aliquots at -20°C to -80°C.