Introduction
Interleukin-9 (IL-9) is a cytokine believed to play a role in regulating hematopoiesis. Studies have shown that it promotes the growth of specific blood cell types, including human mast cells, megakaryoblastic leukemic cells, and murine helper T-cell clones. This glycoprotein, with a molecular weight ranging from 32 to 39 kDa, is produced by T-cells and its corresponding gene is located on human chromosome 5.
Description
Recombinant human Interleukin-9, produced in E. coli, is a single, non-glycosylated polypeptide chain consisting of 127 amino acids. With a molecular weight of 14,004 Daltons, this purified IL-9 is obtained through proprietary chromatographic techniques.
Physical Appearance
Sterile, white, lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder.
Formulation
The IL-9 protein was lyophilized from a 0.2 µm filtered solution concentrated in phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) at a pH of 7.4.
Solubility
To reconstitute the lyophilized Interleukin-9, it is recommended to dissolve it in sterile 18 MΩ-cm H2O to a concentration of at least 100 µg/ml. This solution can then be further diluted in other aqueous solutions.
Stability
Lyophilized Interleukin-9 remains stable at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. However, for long-term storage, it is recommended to store it desiccated at a temperature below -18°C. After reconstitution, IL-9 should be stored at 4°C for 2-7 days. For extended storage, freezing at -18°C is recommended, preferably with the addition of a carrier protein such as 0.1% HSA or BSA. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Purity
The purity of this product exceeds 97.0% as determined by: (a) Reverse-Phase High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (RP-HPLC) analysis. (b) Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate-Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE) analysis.
Biological Activity
The ED₅₀, determined by the dose-dependent stimulation of human MO7e cells, is less than 0.2 ng/ml. This corresponds to a specific activity greater than 5.0 x 10⁶ IU/mg.
Synonyms
P40, HP40, T-cell growth factor p40, IL-9, P40 cytokine.
Amino Acid Sequence
MQGCPTLAGI LDINFLINKM QEDPASKCHC SANVTSCLCL GIPSDNCTRP CFSERLSQMT NTTMQTRYPL IFSRVKKSVE VLKNNKCPYF SCEQPCNQTT AGNALTFLKS LLEIFQKEKM RGMRGKI.