Name :
Recombinant Human Lefty2 Protein (hFc Tag)

Biological Activity :

Background :
left-right determination factor 2 (Lefty2), also known as Left-right determination factor A (Lefty A), endometrial bleeding associated factor (left-right determination, factor A transforming growth factor-beta superfamily), and transforming growth factor beta-4, is a member of the TGF-beta family of proteins. This protein is secreted and plays a role in left-right asymmetry determination of organ systems during development. Lefty2/Lefty A may also play a role in endometrial bleeding. Mutations in Lefty2/Lefty A have been associated with left-right axis malformations, particularly in the heart and lungs. Some types of infertility have been associated with dysregulated expression of this gene in the endometrium. Alternative processing of this protein can yield three different products. Depletion of both Lefty1 and Lefty2 causes unchecked Nodal signaling, expansion of mesendoderm, and loss of ectoderm. The expansion of mesendoderm correlates with an extended period of rapid cellular internalization and a failure of deep-cell epiboly. The gastrulation defects of embryos depleted of Lefty1 and Lefty2 result from the deregulation of Squint signaling.

Biological Activity :
Measured by its ability to inhibit recombinant human BMP4 induced alkaline phosphatase production by MC3T3-E1 cells.The ED50 for this effect is typically 4-16 μg/mL in the presence of 50 ng/mL of recombinant human BMP4.

Expression Host :
Human

Source :
HEK293 Cells

Tag :

Protein Accession No. :
NP_003231.2

NCBI Gene ID :

Synonyms :

Synonyms :
left-right determination factor 2

Amino Acid Sequence :

Molecular Weight :
The recombinant human LeftyA/Fc is a disulfide-linked homodimer The reduced monomer consists of 526 amino acids and has a predicted molecular mass of 58.8 kDa. In SDS-PAGE under reducing conditions, the apparent molecular mass of rh LeftyA/Fc monomer is approximately 70 kDa due to glycosylation.

Purity :
> 80 % as determined by SDS-PAGE

State of Matter :

Product Concentration :

Storage and Stability :
Samples are stable for up to twelve months from date of receipt at -20℃ to -80℃. Store it under sterile conditions at -20℃ to -80℃. It is recommended that the protein be aliquoted for optimal storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Endotoxin Level :
< 1.0 EU per μg of the protein as determined by the LAL method

Protein Construction :
A DNA sequence encoding the mature form of human LeftyA (NP_003231.2) (Phe 78-Pro 366) was fused with the Fc region of human IgG1 at the N-terminus.

Buffer Solution :
Lyophilized from sterile PBS, pH 7.4.Please contact us for any concerns or special requirements. Normally 5 % – 8 % trehalose, mannitol and 0.01% Tween80 are added as protectants before lyophilization. Please refer to the specific buffer information in the hardcopy of datasheet.

Shipping :
In general, recombinant proteins are provided as lyophilized powder which are shipped at ambient temperature.Bulk packages of recombinant proteins are provided as frozen liquid. They are shipped out with blue ice unless customers require otherwise.

Redissolution :
A hardcopy of datasheet with reconstitution instructions is sent along with the products. Please refer to it for detailed information.

Synonyms :
EBAF Protein, Human; LEFTA Protein, Human; LEFTYA Protein, Human; TGFB4 Protein, Human Lefty2 背景信息 left-right determination factor 2 (Lefty2), also known as Left-right determination factor A (Lefty A), endometrial bleeding associated factor (left-right determination, factor A transforming growth factor-beta superfamily), and transforming growth factor beta-4, is a member of the TGF-beta family of proteins. This protein is secreted and plays a role in left-right asymmetry determination of organ systems during development. Lefty2/Lefty A may also play a role in endometrial bleeding. Mutations in Lefty2/Lefty A have been associated with left-right axis malformations, particularly in the heart and lungs. Some types of infertility have been associated with dysregulated expression of this gene in the endometrium. Alternative processing of this protein can yield three different products. Depletion of both Lefty1 and Lefty2 causes unchecked Nodal signaling, expansion of mesendoderm, and loss of ectoderm. The expansion of mesendoderm correlates with an extended period of rapid cellular internalization and a failure of deep-cell epiboly. The gastrulation defects of embryos depleted of Lefty1 and Lefty2 result from the deregulation of Squint signaling.

References & Citations :
Feldman B, et al. (2002) Lefty antagonism of Squint is essential for normal gastrulation. Curr Biol. 12(24): 2129-35.Meno C, et al. (1999) Mouse Lefty2 and zebrafish antivin are feedback inhibitors of nodal signaling during vertebrate gastrulation. Mol Cell. 4(3): 287-98.Meno C, et al. (2001) Diffusion of nodal signaling activity in the absence of the feedback inhibitor Lefty2. Dev Cell. 1(1): 127-38.

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