Mouse BMP-6 ELISA Kit PicoKine®

Bone morphogenetic protein 6 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the BMP6 gene. It is mapped to 6p24-p23. The bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) are a family of secreted signaling molecules that can induce ectopic bone growth. Many BMPs are part of the transforming growth factor-beta (TGFB) superfamily. BMPs were originally identified by an ability of demineralized bone extract to induce endochondral osteogenesis in vivo in an extraskeletal site. Based on its expression early in embryogenesis, the BMP encoded by this gene has a proposed role in early development. In addition, the fact that this BMP is closely related to BMP5 and BMP7 has lead to speculation of possible bone inductive activity.

Cell Biology, Cell Cycle, Cell Differentiation, Cytoskeleton/ECM, Extracellular Matrix, Growth Factors/Hormones, Secreted, Signal Transduction, Signaling Pathways, Stem Cells, Structures, TGF Beta

Store at 4°C for 6 months, at -20°C for 12 months. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles (Ships with gel ice, can store for up to 3 days in room temperature. Freeze upon receiving.)