Milk Fat Globule-EGF Factor 8, Bovine (mfge8a) Protein

Lactadherin is a widely distributed glycoprotein (~ 50kD), which was originally characterized due to its association with milk fat/lipid globule membranes. Synonymous names are PAS-6/7, bovine-associated mucoprotein, BA-46, P47, and MFG-E8. Structural hallmarks of lactadherin are the presence of two epidermal growth factor (EGF) homology domains (with an RGD peptide motif in the second EGF domain), and two C domains sharing homology with the discoidin family of lectin domains including the phospholipid-binding domains of blood clotting factors V and VIII. Lactadherin shows preferential binding to phosphatidylserine (L-form) in a calcium independent manner.

Purified lactadherin functions as an anticoagulant by blocking phosphatidylserine-containing membrane sites for blood coagulation proteins (10). Fluoresence-labeled lactadherin functions as a sensitive probe for exposed phosphatidylserine on nucleated cells and on stimulated platelets (8, 9). Lactadherin will bind to membranes that have phosphatidylserine content below the threshold for annexin V binding.

Small volumes of mfge8a protein vial(s) may occasionally become entrapped in the seal of the product vial during shipment and storage. If necessary, briefly centrifuge the vial on a tabletop centrifuge to dislodge any liquid in the container`s cap. Certain products may require to ship with dry ice and additional dry ice fee may apply.

MBS635091 is a protein targeting mfge8a. Also known as Milk Fat Globule-EGF Factor 8, Bovine (MFG-E8, MFGM, Sperm Surface Protein SP47, MP47, Lactadherin) (FITC). Host: Bovine Milk.