Introduction
SDF-1, also known as stromal cell-derived factor-1, is a chemokine classified under the Chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 12 (CXCL12) designation. It exists in two isoforms, SDF-1α/CXCL12a and SDF-1β/CXCL12b, generated by alternative splicing of a single gene. Chemokines are characterized by the presence of four conserved cysteines forming two disulfide bonds. Belonging to the CXC chemokine group, CXCL12 proteins have a single amino acid separating their first cysteine pair. CXCL12 exhibits strong chemotactic activity towards lymphocytes and plays a crucial role in cell coordination during development. In embryogenesis, it guides hematopoietic cell migration from the fetal liver to the bone marrow. Mice with CXCL12 gene knockouts are not viable, dying before or within an hour of birth. Additionally, CXCL12a influences neuronal electrophysiology. CXCL12 expression is observed in various murine tissues, including the brain, thymus, heart, lung, liver, kidney, spleen, and bone marrow. CXCL12's receptor, CXCR4 (previously known as fusin), was once thought to exclusively interact with CXCL12. However, recent studies suggest that CXCL12 also binds to the CXCR7 receptor. The CXCL12 gene is located on human chromosome 10. High sequence identity is observed between human and mouse CXCL12 and CXCR4, with 99% and 90% similarity, respectively.
Description
Recombinant Feline Stromal Cell-Derived Factor-1 beta, produced in E. coli, is a non-glycosylated polypeptide chain comprising 72 amino acids. With a molecular weight of 8526 Daltons, SDF-1b undergoes purification using proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
White, sterile-filtered lyophilized powder.
Formulation
The protein was freeze-dried from a sterile solution (1 mg/ml) without any additional additives.
Solubility
To reconstitute lyophilized SDF-1b, it is recommended to use sterile 18 MΩ-cm H2O at a concentration of at least 100 µg/ml. This solution can then be further diluted with other aqueous solutions.
Stability
Lyophilized SDF-1b remains stable at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. However, it is recommended to store it desiccated below -18°C. After reconstitution, CXCL12 should be stored at 4°C for 2-7 days. For long-term storage, it is recommended to freeze it below -18°C. To ensure optimal stability during long-term storage, consider adding a carrier protein like HSA or BSA (0.1%). Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
Exceeds 97.0% purity, as determined by RP-HPLC and SDS-PAGE analysis.
Biological Activity
The specific activity is determined by the ability of SDF-1b to chemoattract human peripheral T cells stimulated with IL-2 and PHA. This activity is observed within a concentration range of 10-75 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of 13,334-100,000 IU/mg.
Synonyms
SDF-1, CXCL12, Pre-B cell growth-stimulating factor, PBSF, hIRH, chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 12, SDF1, SDF1B, TPAR1, SCYB12, SDF-1b, TLSF-b, 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol 13-acetate repressed protein 1, Thymic lymphoma cell-stimulating factor, TLSF.
Amino Acid Sequence
KPVSLSYRCP CRFFESHVAR ANVKHLKILN TPNCALQIVA RLKNNNRQVC IDPKLKWIQE YLEKALNKRF KM.