Description: Flt3-Ligand is a growth factor responsible for regulating the proliferation of early hematopoietic cells. It binds to cells expressing the Flt3 tyrosine kinase receptor. Interestingly, Flt3-Ligand itself doesn't directly stimulate the proliferation of early hematopoietic cells. Instead, it works synergistically with other colony-stimulating factors (CSFs) and interleukins to induce growth and differentiation. Unlike SCF, Flt3-Ligand doesn't affect mast cells. Various isoforms of Flt3-Ligand have been identified, with the predominant biologically active form being anchored to the cell surface as part of a transmembrane protein (209 amino acids). This membrane-bound isoform can undergo proteolytic cleavage, producing a biologically active soluble isoform. Recombinant Human Flt3-Ligand is a soluble protein weighing 17.6 kDa and composed of 155 amino acid residues.
Expression System: E. coli
Molecular Weight: 17.6 kDa
Class: Recombinant
Endotoxin Concentration: <1 EU/µg
Activity: The ED50 as determined by the dose-dependent stimulation of the proliferation of human AML5 cells is ≤ 1.0 ng/ml, corresponding to a specific activity of ≥ 1 x 10^6 units/mg.
Form: Lyophilized
Contains: no preservative
Storage Conditions: -20°C
Purity: ≥ 98% by SDS-PAGE gel and HPLC analyses
Caution: For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Gene Symbol: FLT3/FLT3LG
Protein ID: P49771
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