Function
TGF alpha is a mitogenic polypeptide that is able to bind to the EGF receptor/EGFR and to act synergistically with TGF beta to promote anchorage-independent cell proliferation in soft agar.
Biological Context
Subcellular Location: Cell membrane (Single-pass type I membrane protein)
Product Specifications
Recombinant Rat Protransforming growth factor alpha (Tgfa) is a recombinant protein from Rattus norvegicus (Rat), expressed in E.coli, covering amino acids 24-159aa, with N-terminal 6xHis-KSI-tagged tag, molecular weight 30.1kDa, purity Greater than 90% as determined by SDS-PAGE.. Suitable for ELISA and Western Blot applications. Explore more Growth Factor proteins →
SDS-PAGE: Single band at expected molecular weight confirming purity.
ELISA: Suitable as coating antigen or detection standard.
Western Blot: Compatible with standard Western Blot protocols.
Protein Interaction: Validated for SPR (Surface Plasmon Resonance) and BLI (Bio-Layer Interferometry) studies.
Shipping: Shipped at ambient temperature. Lyophilized protein is stable during transit.
Storage: Store lyophilized protein at -20°C to -80°C. Reconstituted protein should be aliquoted and stored at -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Shelf Life: 12 months from date of receipt when stored as recommended.
Shipping Time: Orders placed before 2 PM EST ship same day. International orders typically deliver within 5-10 business days.