Recombinant Mouse IL18BP Protein (Fc Tag)

Interleukin 18 binding protein (IL-18BP) is a physiological inhibitor that acts through binding to the receptor-binding site of IL-18. IL-18 stimulates INF-γ, which then stimulates 18BP production via NF-κB. The interaction between IL-18 and IL-18BP has a significant role in the inflammation process. IL-18 BPs have four isoforms, a, b, c and d, which are spliced by different ways. The IL-18 BP isoforms a and c each contain one immunoglobulin (Ig) -like C2-type domain which is essential to the binding and neutralizing properties of the binding proteins. The IL-18 BP isoforms b and d lack a complete Ig domain. The expression of IL-18 and the IL-18BP are indentified in immune tissues such as the spleen, but also in nonimmune cells including keratinocytes.

IL-18 BPd; IL18BPa; Interferon gamma-inducing factor-binding protein; Interleukin 18 Binding Protein Isoform d; Interleukin-18-binding protein; Igifbp; Il18bp

Generally, lyophilized proteins are stable for up to 12 months when stored at -20 to -80°C. Reconstituted protein solution can be stored at 4-8°C for 2-7 days. Aliquots of reconstituted samples are stable at < -20°C for 3 months.