Recombinant Human DLK1 protein (rFc Tag)

Species

Human

Purity

>90 %, SDS-PAGE

Tag

rFc Tag

Activity

not tested

Cat no : Eg2909



Product Information

Purity >90 %, SDS-PAGE
Endotoxin <0.1 EU/μg protein, LAL method
Activity
Not tested
Expression HEK293-derived Human DLK1 protein Ala24-Pro297 (Accession# P80370-1) with a rabbit IgG Fc tag at the C-terminus.
GeneID 8788
Accession P80370-1
PredictedSize 55.2 kDa
SDS-PAGE 60-70 kDa, reducing (R) conditions
Formulation Lyophilized from 0.22 μm filtered solution in PBS, pH 7.4. Normally 5% trehalose and 5% mannitol are added as protectants before lyophilization.
Reconstitution Briefly centrifuge the tube before opening. Reconstitute at 0.1-0.5 mg/mL in sterile water.
Storage Conditions
It is recommended that the protein be aliquoted for optimal storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
  • Until expiry date, -20℃ to -80℃ as lyophilized proteins.
  • 3 months, -20℃ to -80℃ under sterile conditions after reconstitution.
Shipping The product is shipped at ambient temperature. Upon receipt, store it immediately at the recommended temperature.

Background

DLK1, also named PREF1, FA1, or pG2, is a transmembrane protein belonging to the epidermal growth factor (EGF)-like superfamily. It contains six EGF-like repeats in the extracellular region. DLK1 is abundant in preadipocytes and regulate adipocyte differentiation negatively. Deficiency of DLK1 gives rise to growth retardation and accelerated adiposity in mouse model. Expression of DLK1 is found in tumors with neuroendocrine features that implies DLK1 may be involved in neuroendocrine differentiation. It has been reported overexpression of DLK1 could lead to the development of metabolic abnormalities by impairment of adipocyte function in mice. The gene of DLK1 maps to chromosome 14q32, and encodes a 383-amino acid protein with a calculated molecular mass of 41 kDa. In preadipocytes, multiple discrete forms of DLK1 protein of 45-60 kDa are present, owing in part to N-linked glycosylation.

References:

1. Smas CM, Sul HS. (1993) Cell. 73(4):725-34. 2. Laborda J, et al. (1993) J Biol Chem. 268(6):3817-20. 3. Lee K, et al. (2003) J Clin Invest. 111(4):453-61.