Recombinant Rat IL-12 (p70) (carrier-free)

Product Details

Source

Rat IL-12 (p70), IL-12 subunit β (p40) amino acid (Met23-Ser335, Accession: E9PU71) interacts with IL-12 subunit α (p35) aminoacids (Arg23-Ser215, Accession: Q9R103). Rat IL-12 was expressecd in CHO cells and the C-terminal contains GGS-6His tag.

Molecular Mass

The rat IL-12 consists of two subunits linked via 20 amino acid bridge: p35 (Accession # Q9R103: Arg23-Ser215) and p40 (Accession # E9PU71: Met23-Ser335). The total predicted molecular weight is 60 kD. The non-reduced and reduced protein migrate at approximately 70 kD by SDS-PAGE.

Purity

> 95%, as determined by Coomassie stained SDS-PAGE

Formulation

0.22 µm filtered protein solution is in PBS, pH 7.2.

Endotoxin Level

Less than 0.1 EU per µg cytokine as determined by the LAL method

Concentration

25 µg size is bottled at 200 µg/mL. 100 µg size and larger sizes are lot-specific and bottled at the concentration indicated on the vial. To obtain lot-specific concentration and expiration, please enter the lot number in our Certificate of Analysis online tool.

Storage & Handling

Unopened vial can be stored between 2°C and 8°C for up to 2 weeks at -20°C for up to six months, or at -70°C or colder until the expiration date. For maximum results, quick spin vial prior to opening. The protein can be aliquoted and stored at -20°C or colder. Stock solutions can also be prepared at 50 - 100 µg/mL in appropriate sterile buffer, carrier protein such as 0.2 - 1% BSA or HSA can be added when preparing the stock solution. Aliquots can be stored between 2°C and 8°C for up to one week and stored at -20°C or colder for up to 3 months. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.

Activity

Rat IL-12 induces IFNγ production in mouse splenocytes in a dose dependent manner. The ED₅₀ for this effect is 4 – 20 pg/mL.

Application

Bioassay

Application Notes

BioLegend carrier-free recombinant proteins provided in liquid format are shipped on blue ice. Our comparison testing data indicates that when handled and stored as recommended, the liquid format has equal or better stability and shelf-life compared to commercially available lyophilized proteins after reconstitution. Our liquid proteins are validated in-house to maintain activity after shipping on blue ice and are backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you have any concerns, contact us at tech@biolegend.com.

Antigen Details

Structure

Heterodimer

Distribution

Monocytes, macrophages, neutrophils, dendritic cells and B cells. In the CNS, astrocytes and microglia are the main sources of IL-12.

Function

IL-12 drives Th1 differentiation and IFNγ production. IL-12 acts as a bridge between innate resistance and adaptive immunity. IL-12 production by activated APC is suppressed by IL-10. IL-12 produced by macrophages is regulated by TNFα and nitric oxide. TLR-4 and TLR-9 increase selectively IL-12 production by murine dendritic cells. IL-12 is produced by myeloid cells and DCs in response to microbial stimuli, such as those mediated by bacteria, fungi, viruses, and intracellular parasites.

Interaction

Cells of hematopoietic origin express the IL-12R, including NK cells, activated T-cells, dendritic cells, macrophages, microglia.

Ligand/Receptor

IL-12 receptor is a heterodimer containing IL-12Rβ1 and IL-12Rβ2 subunits.

Biology Area

Immunology, Innate Immunity

Molecular Family

Cytokines/Chemokines

Antigen References

1. Schoenhaut DS, et al., 1992. J. Immunol, 148:3433-40.
2. Manetti R, et al., 1994. J Exp Med, 179:1273-83.
3. Ireland D, et al., 2005. Viral Immunol. 18:397-402.
4. Moreno SE, et al., 2006. J. Immunol, 177:3218-24.
5. Lyakh L, et al., 2008. Immunol Rev, 226: 112-31.
6. Theiner G, et al., 2008. Mol Immunol, 45:244-52.
7. Zhu S, et al., 2010. J Immunol, 184:2348-54.
8. Jana M, et al., 2014. Immunology. 141: 549-63.
9. Karen AM. Ullrich, et al., 2020. EXCLI J. 19:1563-89.

Gene ID

64546 View all products for this Gene ID 84405 View all products for this Gene ID

UniProt

View information about IL-12 on UniProt.org

Documentation

• Technical Data Sheet (pdf)
• Certificate of Analysis
• Safety Data Sheet

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Related FAQs

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How does the activity of your recombinant proteins compare to competitors?

We quality control each and every lot of recombinant protein. Not only do we check its bioactivity, but we also compare it against other commercially available recombinant proteins. We make sure each recombinant protein’s activity is at least as good as or better than the competition’s. In order to provide you with the best possible product, we ensure that our testing process is rigorous and thorough. If you’re curious and eager to make the switch to BioLegend recombinants, contact your sales representative today!

What is the specific activity or ED50 of my recombinant protein?

The specific activity range of the protein is indicated on the product datasheets. Because the exact activity values on a per unit basis can largely fluctuate depending on a number of factors, including the nature of the assay, cell density, age of cells/passage number, culture media used, and end user technique, the specific activity is best defined as a range and we guarantee the specific activity of all our lots will be within the range indicated on the datasheet. Please note this only applies to recombinants labeled for use in bioassays. ELISA standard recombinant proteins are not recommended for bioassay usage as they are not tested for these applications.

Have your recombinants been tested for stability?

Our testing shows that the recombinant proteins are able to withstand room temperature for a week without losing activity. In addition the recombinant proteins were also found to withstand four cycles of freeze and thaw without losing activity.

Does specific activity of a recombinant protein vary between lots?

Specific activity will vary for each lot and for the type of experiment that is done to validate it, but all passed lots will have activity within the established ED50 range for the product and we guarantee that our products will have lot-to-lot consistency. Please conduct an experiment-specific validation to find the optimal ED50 for your system.

How do you convert activity as an ED50 in ng/ml to a specific activity in Units/mg?

Use formula Specific activity (Units/mg) = 10^6/ ED50 (ng/mL)

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