Mouse latent GDF-8 Protein, His Tag

Growth differentiation factor 8 (GDF8), also known as myostatin, is a unique member of the transforming growth factor-β superfamily that is expressed in human granulosa cells and has important roles in regulating a variety of ovarian functions. GDF8 acts as a negative regulator of skeletal muscle growth and differentiation. In addition to the expression in the musculoskeletal system, GDF8 is also expressed in various tissues, including the reproductive system.

Product Specifications

Background

Specifications

This protein carries a polyhistidine tag at the N-terminus. The protein has a calculated MW of 42.0 kDa. The protein migrates as 35 kDa and 45-50 kDa when calibrated against Star Ribbon Pre-stained Protein Marker under reducing (R) condition (SDS-PAGE) due to glycosylation.

Accession Number

O08689

Expression Region

Asn 25 - Ser 376

Host

HEK293

Target

GDF-8

Conjugation

Unconjugated

Tag

N-10xHis

Source

Mouse

Stability

-20°C to -70°C for 12 months in lyophilized state; -70°C for 3 months under sterile conditions after reconstitution. For long term storage, the product should be stored at lyophilized state at -20°C or lower.

Endotoxin

1.0 EU per μg

Purity

90%

Bioactivity

Immobilized Mouse latent GDF-8 Protein, His Tag (Cat. No. GD8-M5243) at 5 μg/mL (100 μL/well) can bind Human Activin RIIB Protein, Fc Tag (Cat. No. ACB-H5254) with a linear range of 0.06-8 ng/mL (QC tested).