Fibroblast Growth Factor-basic (FGF-basic), also known as FGF-2, is a pleiotropic cytokine and one of the prototypic members of the heparin-binding FGF family. Like other FGF family members, bFGF has the β trefoil structure. In vivo, bFGF is produced by a variety of cells, including cardiomycotes, fibroblasts, and vascular cells. bFGF regulates a variety of processes including cell proliferation, differentiation, survival, adhesion, motility, apoptosis, limb formation and wound healing. bFGF can be tumorigenic due to its role in angiogenesis and blood vessel remodeling. The angiogenic effects of bFGF can produce beneficial cardioprotection during acute heart injury.
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Appearance:A solid
Chemical Properties
Source
Human
Physical Appearance
White Freeze-dried Powder
Synonyms
Fibroblast Growth Factor-basic; FGF-2; BFGF; FGFB; HBGF-2; bFGF; Prostatropin
Stability
Upon receiving, this product remains stable for up to 6 months at lower than -70°C. Upon reconstitution, the product should be stable for up to 1 week at 4°C or up to 3 months at -20°C. For long term storage it is recommended that a carrier protein (example 0.1% BSA) be added. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Biological Activity
ED50 < 0.25 ng/ml, measured by the cell proliferation assay using 3T3 cells, corresponding to a specific activity of > 4.0 × 106 units/mg.
Formulation
Lyophilized after extensive dialysis against PBS.
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