Human beta-NGF (AF)

Beta-NGF, a neurotrophic factor structurally akin to BDNF, NT-3, and NT-4, is part of the cysteine-knot family of growth factors, characterized by stable dimeric structures. This potent neurotrophic factor operates via its receptor β-NGFR, playing a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of the sensory and sympathetic nervous systems. Additionally, Beta-NGF functions as a growth and differentiation factor for B lymphocytes, boosting B-cell survival. The active form of Recombinant Human β-NGF is a non-covalently linked homodimer comprising two 13.5 kDa polypeptide monomers, each containing 120 amino acids and three disulfide bonds essential for biological activity.

Species	Human
Published species	Human, Rat
Expression System	E. coli
Amino acid sequence	SSSHPIFHRG EFSVCDSVSV WVGDKTTATD IKGKEVMVLG EVNINNSVFK QYFFETKCRD PNPVDSGCRG IDSKHWNSYC TTTHTFVKAL TMDGKQAAWR FIRIDTACVC VLSRKAVRRA
Molecular weight	27 kDa
Class	Recombinant
Type	Protein
Purity	≥ 98% by SDS-PAGE gel and HPLC analyses.
Endotoxin concentration	<0.1 EU/µg
Activity	Determined by the dose-dependent stimulation of the proliferation of human TF-1 cells. The expected ED50 is ≤ 1.0 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of ≥ 1 x 10^6 units/mg.
Conjugate	Unconjugated
Form	Lyophilised
Contains	no preservative
Storage conditions	-20°C

CAUTION

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.