Recombinant Human Interferon-γ (rHuIFN-γ)

SKU: orb1495064

Description

Interferon-gamma (IFN-γ, also known as Type II interferon or immune interferon) is a cytokine produced primarily by T-lymphocytes and natural killer cells. The protein shares no significant homology with IFN-β or the various IFN-α family proteins. Mature IFN-γ exists as noncovalently-linked homodimers. Human IFN-γ is highly species specific and is biologically active only in human and primate cells. IFN-γ was originally characterized based on its antiviral activities. The protein also exerts antiproliferative, immunoregulatory and proinflammatory activities and is thus important in host defense mechanisms. IFN-γ induces the production of cytokines, upregulates the expression of class I and II MHC antigens, Fc receptor and leukocyte adhesion molecules. It modulates macrophage effector functions, influences isotype switching and potentiates the secretion of immunoglobulins by B cells. IFN-γ also augments TH1 cell expansion and may be required for TH1 cell differentiation.

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Application Notes	We recommend that this vial be briefly centrifuged prior to opening to bring the contents to the bottom. Reconstitute in sterile distilled water or aqueous buffer containing 0.1% BSA to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/mL. Stock solutions should be apportioned into working aliquots and stored at < -20°C. Further dilutions should be made in appropriate buffered solutions.

Key Properties

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Source	Escherichia coli
Biological Activity	Fully biologically active when compared to standard. The specific activity as determined in a viral resistance assay is less then 0.05 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of 2.0 x 107 IU/ mg.
Molecular Weight	Approximately 17 kDa, a single non-glycosylated polypeptide chain containing 144 amino acids.
Protein Sequence	MQDPYVKEAE NLKKYFNAGH SDVADNGTLF LGILKNWKEE SDRKIMQSQI VSFYFKLFK N FKDDQSIQKS VETIKEDMNV KFFNSNKKKR DDFEKLTNYS VTDLNVQRKA IHELIQVM AE LSPAAKTGKR KRSQMLFQGR RASQ
Purification	>98% by SDS-PAGE and HPLC analyses.
Purity	>98% by SDS-PAGE and HPLC analyses.
Endotoxins	Less than 1EU/g of rHuIFN-γ as determined by LAL method.

Storage & Handling

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Storage	This lyophilized preparation is stable at 2-8°C, but should be kept at -20°C for long term storage, preferably desiccated. Upon reconstitution, the preparation is stable for up to one week at 2-8°C. For maximal stability, apportion the reconstituted preparation into working aliquots and store at -20°C to -70°C. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.
Form/Appearance	Lyophilized from a 0.2m filtered concentrated solution in PBS, pH 7.4.
Buffer/Preservatives	Lyophilized from a 0.2m filtered concentrated solution in PBS, pH 7.4.
Disclaimer	For research use only

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