Introduction
Chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 3 (CXCL3) is a small cytokine that belongs to the CXC chemokine family. It is also known as GRO3 oncogene (GRO3), GRO protein gamma (GROg), and macrophage inflammatory protein-2-beta (MIP2b). CXCL3 regulates the migration and adhesion of monocytes. It exerts its effects on target cells by interacting with a cell surface chemokine receptor called CXCR2. The gene encoding CXCL3 is found on chromosome 4, clustered with other CXC chemokines.
Description
Recombinant Mouse GRO-g, produced in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain comprising 69 amino acids. It has a molecular weight of 7.7 kDa. The purification of CXCL3 is carried out using proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder.
Formulation
The Mouse CXCL3 is lyophilized from a 0.2 µm filtered solution in 1x PBS, pH 7.4.
Solubility
For reconstitution, it is recommended to dissolve the lyophilized GRO-gamma in sterile 18 MΩ·cm H2O to a concentration of at least 100 µg/ml. This solution can be further diluted in other aqueous solutions.
Stability
Lyophilized GRO-gamma remains stable at room temperature for up to 3 weeks; however, it is recommended to store it desiccated below -18°C. Once reconstituted, CXCL3 should be stored at 4°C for 2-7 days. For long-term storage, it is advisable to store it below -18°C. To ensure optimal stability during long-term storage, the addition of a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA) is recommended. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
The purity is determined to be greater than 97.0% by the following methods:
(a) RP-HPLC analysis
(b) SDS-PAGE analysis
Biological Activity
The biological activity is evaluated based on the ability to induce chemotaxis in CXCR2-transfected 293 cells. This is assessed within a concentration range of 10-100 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of 10,000-100,000 units/mg.
Synonyms
C-X-C motif chemokine 3, Dendritic cell inflammatory protein 1, Cxcl3, Dcip1, Gm1960.
Amino Acid Sequence
SELRCQCLNT LPRVDFETIQ SLTVTPPGPH CTQTEVIATL KDGQEVCLNP QGPRLQIIIK KILKSGKSS.