Species |
Human |
Protein Construction |
IL-1 RA (Arg26-Glu177) Accession # P18510 |
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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 < 0.1 μg /ml, measured in a neutralization assay using D10S cells in the presence of 50.0 pg/ml Human IL-1a. |
Expression System |
HEK 293 |
Apparent Molecular Weight |
18~23 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 |
IL-1 Receptor Antagonist, also known as IL-1RA, ICIL-1RA, IRAP and IL-1RN, is a member of the interleukin 1 cytokine family. It is expressed by monocytes, neutrophils, macrophages, epithelial cells and fibroblasts. IL-1RA inhibits the activity of both IL-1alpha and IL-1beta, and modulates a variety of IL-1 related immune and inflammatory responses. It inhibits the activity of IL-1 by binding to the receptor IL-1R1 and preventing its association with the coreceptor IL-1RAP for signaling. Clinical studies are being conducted to investigate the use of IL-1RA in the treatment of sepsis, rheumatoid arthritis and chronic myelogenous leukemia. |
Synonyms |
IL1RA; ICIL-1RA; IRAP; IL-1RN |
For laboratory research use only. Direct human use, including taking orally and injection and clinical use are forbidden.