Human Collagen Type I, Lyophilized

Human Collagen Type I protein purified from human placenta. Type I collagen is the most abundant collagen and is found in connective tissues including tendon, ligament, dermis and blood vessel. It...

Product Specifications

Background

Human Collagen Type I protein purified from human placenta. Type I collagen is the most abundant collagen and is found in connective tissues including tendon, ligament, dermis and blood vessel. It is the major component and the primary determinant of tensile strength of the extracelluar matrix (ECM) . It is widely used as a thin layer on tissue-culture surfaces to enhance the attachment and proliferation of a variety of cells including endothelial cells, fibroblasts, hepatocytes, epithelial cells etc.

Short Description

Human Collagen Type I, Lyophilized 0.1 mg

Source

Human placenta

Purification

Partial pepsin digestion in acidic conditions and differential salt precipitation.

Assay Type

Protein

Purity

Human Collagen Type I 90%

Form

Lyophilized, 0.1 mg/vial

Reconstitution

Use 0.1 M acetic acid, pH 3.0.

Storage Conditions

Collagen dissolved in acetic acid is stable at 4 °C for 1 month. Lyophilized collagen long term storage (2 years) at -20°C or lower.

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