Introduction
Chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 2 (CXCL2), also known as macrophage inflammatory protein 2-alpha (MIP2-alpha), Growth-regulated protein beta (Gro-beta), and Gro oncogene-2 (Gro-2), is a small cytokine of the CXC chemokine family. Sharing a 90% amino acid sequence identity with chemokine CXCL1, CXCL2 is secreted by monocytes and macrophages, and exhibits chemotactic properties for polymorphonuclear leukocytes and hematopoietic stem cells. The gene encoding CXCL2 is found on human chromosome 4 within a cluster of other CXC chemokines. CXCL2 interacts with the cell surface chemokine receptor CXCR2 to mobilize cells.
Description
Recombinant Human GRO-Beta, produced in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain comprising 73 amino acids. With a molecular weight of 7.9 kDa, CXCL2 undergoes purification using proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
Sterile filtered white lyophilized powder.
Formulation
The protein was lyophilized without any additional additives.
Solubility
For reconstitution of lyophilized Human GRO-beta, sterile 18MΩ-cm H2O is recommended at a concentration not less than 100 µg/ml. Further dilutions can be made using other aqueous solutions.
Stability
Lyophilized CXCL2 remains stable at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. However, it is recommended to store it desiccated below -18°C. After reconstitution, store CXCL2 at 4°C for 2-7 days. For long-term storage, store below -18°C. It is advisable to add a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA) for long-term storage and to avoid freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
Purity exceeds 98.0% as determined by: (a) RP-HPLC analysis and (b) SDS-PAGE analysis.
Biological Activity
Biological activity is assessed through the chemoattraction of CXCR2 transfected 293 cells using a concentration range of 10-100 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of 10,000-100,000 IU/mg.
Synonyms
Macrophage inflammatory protein 2-alpha, MIP2-alpha, CXCL2, Growth- regulated protein beta, Gro-beta, chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 2, GRO2, GROb, MIP2, MIP2A, SCYB2, MGSA-b, MIP-2a, CINC-2a, MGSA beta.
Amino Acid Sequence
The sequence of the first five N-terminal amino acids was determined and was found to be Ala-Pro-Leu-Ala-Thr.