Growth Factors
Product List
M CSF Human
Macrophage-Colony Stimulating Factor Human Recombinant
Macrophage Colony Stimulating Factor Human Recombinant produced in E.coli is a disulfide linked homodimer, non-glycosylated, polypeptide chain containing 2 x 159 amino acids and having a total molecular mass of 37.1 KD. MCSF is purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
M CSF Human, Baculovirus
Macrophage Colony Stimulating Factor Human Recombinant, Baculovirus
MCSF is purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
M CSF Human, His
Macrophage Colony Stimulating Factor Human Recombinant, His Tag
MCSF is fused to a 20 amino acid His Tag at N-terminus and purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
M CSF Human, Sf9 His
Macrophage Colony Stimulating Factor Human Recombinant, Sf9
MCSF produced in Sf9 Insect cells is a single, glycosylated polypeptide chain containing 231 amino acids (33-255 a.a.) and having a molecular mass of 26.1kDa (Molecular size on SDS-PAGE will appear at approximately 28-40kDa).
MCSF is expressed with an 8 amino acid His tag at C-Terminus and purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Sf9, Insect cells.
Sterile filtered colorless solution.
M CSF Mouse
Macrophage-Colony Stimulating Factor Mouse Recombinant
MCSF is purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
M CSF Rat
Macrophage-Colony Stimulating Factor Rat Recombinant
MCSF is purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
M CSF Rat HEK
Macrophage Colony Stimulating Factor Rat Recombinant HEK
MCSF Rat Recombinant produced in HEK-293 cells is a secreted protein (amino acids Glu33-Arg254). M-CSF is disulfide-linked homodimer containing 2 x 222 a.a chains.
MCSF Mouse, Sf9
Macrophage Colony Stimulating Factor Mouse Recombinant, Sf9
MCSF Mouse produced in Sf9 Baculovirus cells is a single, glycosylated polypeptide chain containing 164 amino acids (33-187 aa) and having a molecular mass of 19.1 kDa.
MCSF is fused to a 6 amino acid His tag at C-terminus and purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
MCSFR Human
Colony Stimulating Factor 1 Receptor Human Recombinant
MCSFR produced in Sf9 Baculovirus cells is a single, glycosylated polypeptide chain containing 737 amino acids (20-517a.a.) and having a molecular mass of 82.1kDa. (Molecular size on SDS-PAGE will appear at approximately 70-100kDa).
MCSFR is expressed with a 239 amino acid hIgG-His tag at C-Terminus and purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Sf9, Baculovirus cells.
Sterile filtered colorless solution.
Introduction
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, colorless body fluid found within the tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord of all vertebrates . It is produced by specialized ependymal cells in the choroid plexus of the ventricles of the brain and absorbed in the arachnoid granulations . CSF acts as a shock absorber, providing mechanical and immunological protection to the brain inside the skull .
Key Biological Properties: CSF is an ultrafiltrate of plasma, containing water, proteins at low concentrations, ions, neurotransmitters, and glucose . It is produced continuously and circulates through the ventricular system of the brain and the subarachnoid space of the brain and spinal cord .
Expression Patterns and Tissue Distribution: CSF is primarily produced by the choroid plexus located in the lateral, third, and fourth ventricles of the brain . It circulates through the ventricles and subarachnoid space, providing a constant flow that is essential for its functions .
Primary Biological Functions: CSF cushions the brain and spinal cord, providing protection against mechanical shocks . It also plays a crucial role in removing metabolic waste, transporting neuromodulators and neurotransmitters, and maintaining homeostasis within the central nervous system (CNS) .
Role in Immune Responses and Pathogen Recognition: CSF provides basic immunological protection to the CNS by acting as a barrier against pathogens and facilitating the removal of waste products .
Mechanisms with Other Molecules and Cells: CSF interacts with various molecules and cells within the CNS. It is involved in the transport of neuromodulators and neurotransmitters, which are essential for neuronal communication .
Binding Partners and Downstream Signaling Cascades: The choroid plexus, which produces CSF, has specialized ependymal cells with apical villous projections that secrete the fluid . These cells are tightly bound to each other via tight junctions, ensuring the proper flow and function of CSF .
Regulatory Mechanisms Controlling Expression and Activity: The production and circulation of CSF are highly regulated by the choroid plexus and the arachnoid granulations . The motile cilia on the ependymal cells play a crucial role in propelling CSF through the ventricular system .
Transcriptional Regulation and Post-Translational Modifications: The regulation of CSF production involves various transcriptional and post-translational mechanisms that ensure the proper balance and flow of the fluid .
Biomedical Research: CSF is used in biomedical research to study the physiology and pathology of the CNS . It provides valuable insights into the immune responses and disease mechanisms within the brain and spinal cord .
Diagnostic Tools: CSF analysis is a critical diagnostic tool for various neurological disorders. It helps in diagnosing infections, autoimmune diseases, and malignancies by analyzing the composition and cell count of the fluid .
Therapeutic Strategies: CSF is used in therapeutic strategies to deliver drugs directly to the CNS, bypassing the blood-brain barrier . This approach is particularly useful in treating neurological diseases and brain tumors .
Role Throughout the Life Cycle: CSF plays a vital role throughout the life cycle, from development to aging and disease . During development, it provides essential nutrients and growth factors that support neural differentiation and proliferation . In aging, CSF helps maintain homeostasis and remove waste products, although its production and circulation may decline, contributing to age-related neurological disorders .
