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IFN-Alpha 2b (IFNA2) Human Cellexp Active Protein

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures. Catalog #: MBS844630

Background: Interferons (IFNs) are proteins made and released by host cells in response to the presence of pathogens. They belong to the large class of glycoproteins known as cytokines. IFN-alpha is produced by macrophages and has antiviral activities. IFNs… More details

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Product Overview

Product Name
IFN-alpha 2b (IFNA2), Active Protein
Full Product Name
Human CellExp IFN-alpha 2b, Human Recombinant
Product Gene Name
Product Synonym Names
Leukocyte interferon; B cell interferon; Type I interferon; IFNA2; IFN-alpha 2a.; Human Cellexp Human Recombinant IFN-alpha 2b
Host
Human 293 cell expressed
Form/Format
Lyophilized from a PBS solution.
Appearance: Lyophilized
Purity/Purification
>=95%
Preparation and Storage
At -80 degree C
Shelf Life: 12 months
Molecular Weight
16 kDa, monomer, glycosylated
OMIM
147562
3D Structure
ModBase 3D Structure for P01563
Active Protein Note
Protein activity can be an ambiguous term. Please refer to the data sheet or inquire with Technical Support to determine the definition of activity for this product.
Solubility/Reconstitution Instructions
Reconstitute in sterile PBS containing 0.1% endotoxin-free recombinant human serum albumin.
Endotoxin Level
< 1.0 EU per 1 mug of protein
Biological Activity
ED is typically 0.02 to 0.08 ng/mL. The specific activity was determined by the dose-dependent cytotoxicity of the human TF -1 cell line(human erythroleukemic indicator cell line).
Results
0.02 to 0.08 ng/ml
Handling
Centrifuge the vial prior to opening.
Applications Tested/Suitable for IFNA2 active protein
SDS-PAGE

Testing Data of IFNA2 active protein

Human Cellexp IFNA2 Active Protein – Cat# MBS844630

Other Notes

Small volumes of IFNA2 active 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.

Searchable Terms for IFNA2 purchase

MBS844630 is an active protein targeting IFNA2. Also known as Human CellExp IFN-alpha 2b, Human Recombinant. Host: Human 293 cell expressed.

Additional Details

NCBI/Uniprot data below describe general gene information for IFNA2. It may not necessarily be applicable to this product.

NCBI GI #
NCBI GeneID
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GenBank Nucleotide #
NCBI Official Full Name
interferon alpha-2
NCBI Official Synonym Full Names
interferon, alpha 2
NCBI Official Symbol
IFNA2
NCBI Official Synonym Symbols
IFNA; INFA2; IFNA2B; IFN-alphaA
UniProt Protein Name
Interferon alpha-2
UniProt Synonym Protein Names
Interferon alpha-A; LeIF A
UniProt Gene Name
IFNA2
UniProt Synonym Gene Names
IFNA2A; IFNA2B; IFNA2C; IFN-alpha-2; LeIF A
UniProt Entry Name
IFNA2_HUMAN
NCBI Protein Information
interferon alpha-2

NCBI Summary for IFNA2

This gene is a member of the alpha interferon gene cluster on chromosome 9. The encoded protein is a cytokine produced in response to viral infection. Use of the recombinant form of this protein has been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms and duration of the common cold. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2011]
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UniProt Comments for IFNA2

IFNA2: Produced by macrophages, IFN-alpha have antiviral activities. Belongs to the alpha/beta interferon family.

Protein type: Secreted; Membrane protein, integral; Secreted, signal peptide

Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 9p22

Cellular Component: extracellular space; extracellular region

Molecular Function: protein binding; interferon-alpha/beta receptor binding; cytokine activity

Biological Process: cell surface receptor linked signal transduction; cell-cell signaling; negative regulation of virion penetration into host cell; apoptosis; cytokine and chemokine mediated signaling pathway; innate immune response; negative regulation of transcription, DNA-dependent; blood coagulation; inflammatory response; defense response to virus; negative regulation of T cell differentiation; positive regulation of tyrosine phosphorylation of Stat3 protein
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Product Note

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