IBI Scientific RPM-151 Recombinant Mouse Protein IL-2 21.7 kDa 25 ug

Recombinant Mouse IL-6 Protein (21.7 kDa)

IBI's recombinant mouse IL-6 protein offers superior quality and functionality for cutting-edge research applications. Produced using a Pichia pastoris (yeast) expression system, this protein undergoes precise folding and post-translational modifications for optimal bioactivity. Free from endotoxins, HIS-TAGS, and carriers, the IL-6 protein closely mimics its native form, ensuring reliable results. With a predicted molecular weight of 21.7 kDa, this protein is a trusted choice for immunology and cell biology studies.

Interleukin-6 (IL-6) serves as both a pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokine, playing a critical role in immune regulation. Secreted by T cells and macrophages, IL-6 responds to trauma and inflammation, such as burns or tissue damage. It is also produced by muscle cells during contraction, osteoblasts to promote osteoclast formation, and smooth muscle cells as part of the inflammatory response. As an anti-inflammatory cytokine, IL-6 inhibits TNF-alpha and IL-1 while activating IL-1ra and IL-10, making it pivotal in maintaining immune balance.

Shipped lyophilized at room temperature without carrier protein, IBI's recombinant mouse IL-6 protein can be reconstituted in sterile PBS with a carrier such as BSA or cell assay media. It is ideal for use in cell culture, as an IL-6 ELISA standard, or as a Western Blot control, delivering precision and reproducibility for diverse research needs.

Technical Information:

What is an acceptable carrier protein for recombinant protein reconstitution?

A carrier protein is an additional protein added to the lyophilized recombinant protein during reconstitution to increase the stability of the diluted recombinant protein during storage, freezing, and use.

Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) is the most common carrier protein used for recombinant protein reconstitution. However, if working with bovine recombinant protein, use a non-bovine carrier protein such as Equine Serum Albumin (ESA). 

If using the recombinant protein for in vitro cell culture stimulation, it is often useful to reconstitute the recombinant protein directly in the complete cell culture medium containing serum or other acceptable carrier protein instead of a BSA/ESA solution.

How do I reconstitute the recombinant protein?

Most of the recombinant proteins can be reconstituted in sterile phosphate-buffered saline with 0.1% carrier protein, which is most commonly Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA).

If protein vial is left unopened, it can be stored at room temperature or -20°C for up to 12 months. 

Once protein is open and reconstituted, it must be stored at -20°C and is viable for up to 3 months. 

Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles as this could cause denaturation of proteins.

Typically, 100 µL is an acceptable reconstitution volume for 5 µg and 25 µg vials of recombinant protein. IBI's 5 µg and 25 µg vials have a maximum volume of 500 µL.

Typically, 1 mL is an acceptable reconstitution volume for 100 µg vials of recombinant protein. IBI's 100 µg vials have a maximum volume of 2 mL

What concentration of carrier protein is required for reconstitution?

The concentration of carrier protein should be at least 0.1% in the final solution. Additional carrier protein can be used, if desired. Typically, a 0.1-10% BSA solution in 1X PBS is an acceptable reconstitution solution.

What concentration is the recombinant protein upon reconstitution?

The concentration of recombinant protein is dependent on the reconstitution volume. For example, if reconstituting 5 µg of recombinant protein in 100 µL carrier protein solution, the concentration is 5 µg/100 µL or 50 µg/mL

What is the activity of the recombinant protein?

IBI recombinant proteins are sold in units of micrograms (µg).

The recombinant protein is quantified using the BCA Assay which favors the customer in terms of amount of protein. The BCA assay is not perfect, but at least it is standard for all proteins.

Volume: 25 ug

For more information, please see Specification Sheet