| Species |
Human |
| Protein Construction |
VEGF-D (Phe89-Arg205)
Accession # O43915 |
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| Purity |
> 95% as analyzed by SDS-PAGE
> 95% as analyzed by HPLC |
| Endotoxin Level |
< 0.2 EU/μg of protein by gel clotting method |
| Biological Activity |
ED50 < 1.0 μg/ml, measured in a cell proliferation assay using HUVEC cells. |
| Expression System |
CHO |
| Apparent Molecular Weight |
18-19 kDa, on SDS-PAGE under reducing conditions. |
| Formulation |
Lyophilized after extensive dialysis against PBS. |
| Reconstitution |
It is recommended that this vial be briefly centrifuged prior to opening to bring the contents to the bottom. Reconstitute the lyophilized powder in ddH₂O or PBS up to 100 μg/ml. |
| Storage & Stability |
Upon receiving, this product remains stable for up to 6 months at lower than -70°C. Upon reconstitution, the product should be stable for up to 1 week at 4°C or up to 3 months at -20°C. For long term storage it is recommended that a carrier protein (example 0.1% BSA) be added. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. |
| Target Background |
Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF)-D, also known as c-Fos-induced growth factor (FIGF), is a member of the PDGF/VEGF growth factor family. It is expressed highly in lung, heart and small intestine, and at lower levels in skeletal muscle, colon and pancreas. It binds to VEGFR-2 and VEGFR-3 receptors and activates downstream signals. VEGF-D is a growth factor active in angiogenesis, lymphangiogenesis and endothelial cell growth. It is involved in many developmental and physiological processes including the formation of venous and lymphatic vascular systems during embryogenesis and the maintenance of differentiated lymphatic endothelium in adults. In tumor pathology, it has been reported to play a role in restructuring of lymphatic channels and regional lymph node metastasis. |
| Synonyms |
VEGFD; FIGF; C-fos induced growth factor; c-fos induced growth factor; vascular endothelial growth factor D |
For laboratory research use only. Direct human use, including taking orally and injection and clinical use are forbidden.
