Oncostatin M (OSM) is a multifunctional cytokine that belongs to the Interleukin-6 subfamily. Among the family members, OSM is most closely related to leukemia inhibitory factor (LIF) and it in fact utilizes the LIF receptor in addition to its specific receptor in the human. It has approximately 48 % and 72 % amino acid sequence identity with human and rat OSM. A biologically active OSM receptor has been previously described that consists of a heterodimer of leukemia inhibitory factor receptor (LIFR) and gp130. OSM is synthesized by stimulated T-cells and monocytes. Furthermore, the effects of OSM on endothelial cells suggest a pro-inflammatory role for OSM and endothelial cells possess a large number of OSM receptors. Product Properties Synonyms MGC20461, oncostatin M, oncostatin-M, OSM Accession P53347 GeneID 18413 Source E.coli-derived mouse OSM protein, Asn25-Arg205. Molecular Weight Approximately 20.4 kDa. AA Sequence NRGCSNSSSQ LLSQLQNQAN LTGNTESLLE PYIRLQNLNT PDLRAACTQH SVAFPSEDTL RQLSKPHFLS TVYTTLDRVL YQLDALRQKF LKTPAFPKLD SARHNILGIR NNVFCMARLL NHSLEIPEPT QTDSGASRST TTPDVFNTKI GSCGFLWGYH RFMGSVGRVF REWDDGSTRS R Tag None Physical Appearance Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder. Purity >96% by SDS-PAGE and HPLC analyses. Biological Activity The ED50 as determined by a cell proliferation assay using mouse NIH-3T3 cells is less than 1.0 ng/mL, corresponding to a specific activity of > 1.0 × 106 IU/mg. Fully biologically active when compared to standard. Endotoxin < 1.0 EU per 1μg of the protein by the LAL method. Formulation Lyophilized from a 0.2 μm filtered concentrated solution in 2 × PBS, pH 7.4, 5% trehalose. Reconstitution We recommend that this vial be briefly centrifuged prior to opening to bring the contents to the bottom. Reconstitute in sterile distilled water or aqueous buffer containing 0.1% BSA to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/mL. Stock solutions should be apportioned into working aliquots and stored at ≤ -20℃. Further dilutions should be made in appropriate buffered solutions. Shipping and Storage The products are shipped with ice pack and can be stored at -20℃ to -80℃ for 1 year. Recommend to aliquot the protein into smaller quantities when first used and avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Cautions 1. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. 2. For your safety and health, please wear lab coats and disposable gloves for operation. 3. For research use only!
