MCP-5 Recombinant Protein

The MCP proteins belong to the CC chemokine family, and signal through CCR2 and, with the exception of MCP-1, other CCR receptors. The MCP proteins chemoattract and activate monocytes, activated T cells, basophils, NK cells, and immature dendritic cells. The MCP family cross- reacts across species. Recombinant murine MCP-5 is a 9.3 kDa protein containing 82 amino acid residues including the four highly conserved cysteine residues present in the CC chemokines.

The lyophilized MCP-5 recombinant protein is stable for at least 2 years from date of receipt at -20˚ C. Reconstituted MCP-5 is stable for at least 3 months when stored in working aliquots with a carrier protein at -20˚ C. As with any protein, exposing MCP-5 recombinant protein to repeated freeze / thaw cycles is not recommended. When working with proteins care should be taken to keep recombinant protein at a cool and stable temperature.