FGF1 Human, 154 a.a.

Fibroblast Growth Factor-acidic (154 a.a.) Human Recombinant
Cat. No.
BT8149
Source

Escherichia Coli.

Synonyms

HBGF-1, ECGF-beta, FIBP, FGFIBP, FIBP-1, ECGF, ECGFA, GLIO703, FGF1, FGF-a.

Appearance

Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder.

Purity

Greater than 97.0% as determined by:

 (a) Analysis by RP-HPLC.

 (b) Analysis by SDS-PAGE.

Usage
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Description

Fibroblast Growth Factor-acidic Human Recombinant produced in E.Coli is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain containing 154 amino acids and having a molecular mass of 17.3kDa. The FGF1 is purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.

Product Specs

Introduction
Acidic fibroblast growth factor (FGF1) is a member of the fibroblast growth factor (FGF) family. These proteins exhibit broad mitogenic and cell survival activities, participating in various biological processes like embryonic development, cell growth, morphogenesis, tissue repair, and tumor progression. FGF1 modifies endothelial cell migration and proliferation, acting as an angiogenic factor. It stimulates the growth of various mesoderm- and neuroectoderm-derived cells in vitro, suggesting its involvement in organogenesis. Three alternatively spliced variants encoding different isoforms exist. These growth factors promote angiogenesis in vivo and act as potent mitogens for various cell types in vitro, with differences in tissue distribution and concentration.
Description
Recombinant Human Fibroblast Growth Factor-acidic, produced in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain of 154 amino acids, with a molecular weight of 17.3 kDa. It is purified using proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder.
Formulation
Lyophilized from a 0.2 µm filtered concentrated solution in PBS (pH 7.4) containing 0.5 mM DTT, 2 mM EDTA, and 5% Trehalose.
Solubility
Reconstitute the lyophilized Fibroblast Growth Factor-acidic Recombinant in sterile 18 MΩ-cm H₂O to a concentration of at least 100 µg/ml. Further dilutions can be made in other aqueous solutions.
Stability
Lyophilized FGF1 remains stable at room temperature for 3 weeks. However, it should be stored desiccated below -18°C. After reconstitution, store Fibroblast Growth Factor-acidic at 4°C for 2-7 days. For long-term storage, keep it below -18°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
Greater than 97.0% as determined by: (a) RP-HPLC analysis (b) SDS-PAGE analysis
Biological Activity
The ED50, determined by a cell proliferation assay using murine balb/c 3T3 cells, is less than 0.5 ng/ml. This corresponds to a specific activity greater than 2.0 x 10⁶ IU/mg in the presence of 10 µg/ml Heparin.
Synonyms

HBGF-1, ECGF-beta, FIBP, FGFIBP, FIBP-1, ECGF, ECGFA, GLIO703, FGF1, FGF-a.

Source

Escherichia Coli.

Amino Acid Sequence

AEGEITTFTA LTEKFNLPPG NYKKPKLLYC SNGGHFLRIL PDGTVDGTRD RSDQHIQLQL SAESVGEVYI KSTETGQYLA MDTDGLLYGS QTPNEECLFL ERLEENHYNT YISKKHAEKN WFVGLKKNGS CKRGPRTHYG QKAILFLPLP VSSD.

Product Science Overview

Introduction

Fibroblast Growth Factor-acidic (FGF-acidic), also known as FGF-1, is a member of the fibroblast growth factor family, which is involved in a wide range of biological processes including cell growth, development, and tissue repair. The human recombinant form of FGF-acidic consists of 154 amino acids and is produced using recombinant DNA technology.

Structure and Function

FGF-acidic is a heparin-binding protein that plays a crucial role in cell proliferation, differentiation, and survival. It interacts with high-affinity transmembrane receptors, known as fibroblast growth factor receptors (FGFRs), to initiate a cascade of downstream signaling pathways. These pathways are essential for various cellular processes such as angiogenesis, wound healing, and embryonic development.

Biological Significance
  1. Cell Proliferation and Differentiation: FGF-acidic is known to stimulate the proliferation of fibroblasts, endothelial cells, and other cell types. It also promotes the differentiation of stem cells into various lineages, making it a vital factor in tissue regeneration and repair.
  2. Angiogenesis: FGF-acidic is a potent angiogenic factor, meaning it promotes the formation of new blood vessels. This property is particularly important in wound healing and the development of new tissues.
  3. Neuroprotection and Neurogenesis: FGF-acidic has been shown to have neuroprotective effects and is involved in the development and maintenance of the nervous system. It supports the survival and growth of neurons and glial cells.
Recombinant Production

The human recombinant form of FGF-acidic is produced using Escherichia coli (E. coli) expression systems. The gene encoding FGF-acidic is inserted into a plasmid vector, which is then introduced into E. coli cells. These cells are cultured under specific conditions to express the FGF-acidic protein. The protein is then purified through various chromatographic techniques to achieve high purity and biological activity.

Applications
  1. Research: Recombinant FGF-acidic is widely used in research to study cell signaling pathways, cell proliferation, and differentiation. It is also used in the development of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine strategies.
  2. Therapeutics: Due to its role in promoting cell growth and tissue repair, FGF-acidic has potential therapeutic applications in wound healing, cardiovascular diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders.
  3. Biotechnology: FGF-acidic is used in the biotechnology industry for the production of cell culture media and other products that require the stimulation of cell growth and proliferation.

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