| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative Names | Glioma-derived growth factor, GDGF, Osteosarcoma-derived Growth Factor, ODGF, SIS, SSV, PDGF2, c-sis, FLJ12858, PDGF-BB, PDGF B-chain, Platelet-derived growth factor beta polypeptide, Becaplermin. |
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| Form | Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder. |
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| Solubility | It is recommended to reconstitute the lyophilized Platelet-derived Growth Factor-BB in sterile 100mM acetic acid and 0.1% BSA not less than 100µg/ml, which can then be further diluted to other aqueous solutions. |
| Source | Escherichia Coli. |
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Recombinant Mouse Platelet Derived Growth Factor-BB is supplied as a recombinant protein for in vitro research use.
Background
PDGF-BB is a member of the platelet-derived growth factor family. The four members of this family are mitogenic factors for cells of mesenchymal origin and are characterized by a motif of eight cysteines. This gene product can exist either as a homodimer (PDGF-BB) or as a heterodimer with the platelet-derived growth factor alpha polypeptide (PDGF-AB), where the dimers are connected by disulfide bonds. Mutations in this gene are associated with meningioma. Reciprocal translocations between chromosomes 22 and 7, at sites where this gene and that for COL1A1 are located, are associated with a particular type of skin tumor called dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans resulting from unregulated expression of growth factor. Two splice variants have been identified for this gene.
Platelet-Derived Growth Factor BB (PDGF-BB) is one of the isoforms of the PDGF family that plays a significant role in embryonic development, cell proliferation, cell migration, and angiogenesis. It's also relevant in the context of certain pathologies like cancer or healing processes. Here's what a research paper on Mouse Recombinant PDGF-BB might involve: Basic Biology: It might discuss the basic biology and function of PDGF-BB in the mouse model. This could include its role in various cellular processes like cell growth, division, and survival, as well as in the context of tissue repair or angiogenesis. Recombinant PDGF-BB Production: The paper might describe methods for producing recombinant PDGF-BB in laboratory conditions. It might go into detail on the expression system used (e.g., bacterial, yeast, or mammalian cells), the purification process, and how the functionality of the produced PDGF-BB was confirmed. Applications: It could also detail the experimental applications of recombinant PDGF-BB in the mouse model. For instance, it could be used to study wound healing processes, tissue regeneration, or the development and progression of certain diseases. Comparative Analysis: The research might include a comparison of the recombinant PDGF-BB with its natural counterpart in terms of functionality, structure, or other properties. Innovation: If the paper is presenting new research, it might discuss an innovative use of PDGF-BB, a novel production method, or new findings about its function.
Product format
Provided as a recombinant protein suitable for in vitro workflows such as binding studies, screening, and assay development. Refer to the specifications table for expression format and molecular properties.
Quality notes
Protein quantitation was carried out by two independent methods:
1. UV spectroscopy at 280 nm using the absorbency value of 0.48 as the extinction coefficient for a 0.1% (1mg/ml) solution. This value is calculated by the PC GENE computer analysis program of protein sequences (IntelliGenetics).
2. Analysis by RP-HPLC, using a standard solution of PDGF-BB as a Reference Standard.
What is the purity of Recombinant Mouse Platelet Derived Growth Factor-BB (Mouse)?
(a) Analysis by RP-HPLC.
(b) Analysis by SDS-PAGE. BioHippo includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming purity per lot with every order.
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Can I request a custom size, tag variant, or formulation?
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