Introduction
Fibroblast growth factor-23 (FGF-23) belongs to the fibroblast growth factor (FGF) family, known for their roles in cell growth, survival, and various biological processes like embryonic development, tissue repair, and tumor progression. FGF-23 specifically regulates phosphate metabolism by inhibiting renal tubular phosphate transport. Genetic mutations in the FGF-23 gene are linked to autosomal dominant hypophosphatemic rickets (ADHR), a hereditary phosphate wasting disorder. Elevated FGF-23 levels are also observed in oncogenic hypophosphatemic osteomalacia (OHO), a condition with similar characteristics caused by phosphate metabolism abnormalities. Additionally, FGF-23 mutations have been implicated in familial tumoral calcinosis with hyperphosphatemia.
Description
Recombinant Human Fibroblast Growth Factor-23, produced in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain. It comprises 228 amino acids, resulting in a molecular weight of 22.5 kDa. The purification process involves advanced chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
White, sterile-filtered lyophilized powder.
Formulation
The lyophilized FGF-23 protein, at a concentration of 0.5 mg/ml, is prepared in a 0.2 µm filtered solution of phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) with a pH of 7.4.
Solubility
To reconstitute the lyophilized FGF-23, it is recommended to dissolve it in sterile 18 MΩ-cm H2O at a concentration of at least 100 µg/ml. This solution can be further diluted into other aqueous solutions as needed.
Stability
Lyophilized FGF-23 remains stable at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. However, for extended storage, it is recommended to store it desiccated at a temperature below -18°C. After reconstitution, FGF-23 should be stored at 4°C for no more than 2-7 days. For long-term storage, adding a carrier protein like 0.1% HSA or BSA is advised. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
The purity is determined to be greater than 95.0% using SDS-PAGE analysis.
Biological Activity
The biological activity of FGF-23 is evaluated using a cell proliferation assay with NIH/3T3 mouse embryonic fibroblasts. The ED50, representing the concentration at which 50% of the maximum effect is observed, typically falls within the range of 0.05-0.5 µg/ml. This assay is performed in the presence of 5 µg/ml Recombinant Mouse Klotho and 10 µg/ml HPR.
Synonyms
Tumor-derived hypophosphatemia-inducing factor, HYPF, ADHR, HPDR2, PHPTC, FGF23, FGF-23, Fibroblast Growth Factor-23.
Amino Acid Sequence
MYPNASPLLG SSWGGLIHLY TATARNSYHL QIHKNGHVDG APHQTIYSAL MIRSEDAGFV VITGVMSRRY LCMDFRGNIF GSHYFDPENC RFQHQTLENG YDVYHSPQYH FLVSLGRAKR AFLPGMNPPP YSQFLSRRNE IPLIHFNTPI PRRHTRSAED DSERDPLNVL KPRARMTPAP ASCSQELPSA EDNSPMASDP LGVVRGGRVN THAGGTGPEG CRPFAKFI.