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MDK Protein, Human (sf9)

Cat. No.: HY-P73295
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Midkine (MDK) protein is a multifunctional cytokine and growth factor that signals through cell surface proteoglycan and non-proteoglycan receptors. MDK regulates inflammatory responses, cell proliferation, adhesion, growth, survival, tissue regeneration, differentiation, and migration and plays a crucial role in inflammation by recruiting neutrophils and macrophages. MDK Protein, Human (sf9) is the recombinant human-derived MDK protein, expressed by Sf9 insect cells , with tag free.

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Description

Midkine (MDK) protein is a multifunctional cytokine and growth factor that signals through cell surface proteoglycan and non-proteoglycan receptors. MDK regulates inflammatory responses, cell proliferation, adhesion, growth, survival, tissue regeneration, differentiation, and migration and plays a crucial role in inflammation by recruiting neutrophils and macrophages. MDK Protein, Human (sf9) is the recombinant human-derived MDK protein, expressed by Sf9 insect cells , with tag free.

Background

Midkine (MDK) is a secreted protein that serves as a multifunctional cytokine and growth factor, transmitting signals through cell-surface proteoglycan and non-proteoglycan receptors. Engaging in various physiological processes, MDK regulates inflammatory responses, cell proliferation, adhesion, growth, survival, tissue regeneration, differentiation, and migration. It plays a crucial role in inflammatory processes by mediating the recruitment of neutrophils and macrophages to inflammation sites, exhibiting dual activities that include promoting epithelial cell survival and facilitating smooth muscle cell migration following renal and vessel damage. Moreover, MDK suppresses the development of tolerogenic dendritic cells, inhibiting regulatory T cell differentiation and promoting T cell expansion through NFAT signaling and Th1 cell differentiation. MDK's involvement extends to tissue regeneration, contributing to heart damage recovery by negatively regulating inflammatory cell recruitment and mediating cell survival through MAPKs and AKT pathways, along with facilitating liver regeneration, bone repair, and brain development. Interactions with various receptors, such as PTPRZ1, ITGA4:ITGB1 complex, LRP1, and GPC2, underscore MDK's intricate regulatory role in diverse physiological processes.

Species

Human

Source

Sf9 insect cells

Tag

Tag Free

Accession

P21741-1 (V21-D143)

Gene ID
Molecular Construction
N-term
MDK (V21-D143)
Accession # P21741-1
C-term
Synonyms
Midkine; MK; ARAP; MDK; MK1; NEGF2
Molecular Weight

Approximately 18 kDa

Purity

Greater than 95% as determined by reducing SDS-PAGE

Appearance

Lyophilized powder

Formulation

Lyophilized from a 0.2 μm filtered solution of 50 mM PBS, 1 M NaCl, pH 6.8. Normally 5 % - 8 % trehalose, mannitol and 0.01% Tween 80 are added as protectants before lyophilization.

Endotoxin Level

<1 EU/μg, determined by LAL method.

Reconstitution

It is not recommended to reconstitute to a concentration less than 100 μg/mL in ddH2O.

Storage & Stability

Stored at -20°C for 2 years. After reconstitution, it is stable at 4°C for 1 week or -20°C for longer (with carrier protein). It is recommended to freeze aliquots at -20°C or -80°C for extended storage.

Shipping

Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

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Help & FAQs
  • Do most proteins show cross-species activity?

    Species cross-reactivity must be investigated individually for each product. Many human cytokines will produce a nice response in mouse cell lines, and many mouse proteins will show activity on human cells. Other proteins may have a lower specific activity when used in the opposite species.

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The reconstitution calculator equation

Volume (to add to vial) = Mass (in vial) ÷ Desired Reconstitution Concentration

Volume (to add to vial) = Mass (in vial) ÷ Desired Reconstitution Concentration
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The dilution calculator equation

Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)

This equation is commonly abbreviated as: C1V1 = C2V2

Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)
× = ×
C1   V1   C2   V2

The specific activity calculator equation

Specific Activity (Unit/mg) = 106 ÷ Biological Activity (ED50)

Specific Activity (Unit/mg) = 106 ÷ Biological Activity (ED50)
Unit/mg = 106 ÷ ng/mL

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