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Testing Data

IL-6 active protein

Human IL-6

Gene Names
IL6; HGF; HSF; BSF2; IL-6; IFNB2
Reactivity
Species Reactivity: Human
Cross Reactivity: Monkey, Mouse, Rat
Purity
> or = 98% by SDS-PAGE gel and HPLC analyses.
Synonyms
IL-6; Human IL-6; Interleukin-6; 26 kDa protein; IFN-~2; B-Cell Differentiation Factor (BCDF); BSF-2; HPGF; HSF; MGI-2; IL-6 active protein
Ordering
For Research Use Only!
Host
E Coli
Reactivity
Species Reactivity: Human
Cross Reactivity: Monkey, Mouse, Rat
Purity/Purification
> or = 98% by SDS-PAGE gel and HPLC analyses.
Form/Format
Sterile filtered through a 0.2 micron filter. Lyophilized from 10mM Sodium Phosphate, pH 7.5.
Sequence
PVPPGEDSK DVAAPHRQP LTSSERIDK QIRYILDGI SALRKETCN KSNMCESSK EALAENNLN LPKMAEKDG CFQSGFNEE TCLVKIITG LLEFEVYLE YLQNRFESS EEQARAVQM STKVLIQFL QKKAKNLDA ITTPDPTTN ASLLTKLQA QNQWLQDMT THLILRSFK EFLQSSLRA LRQM
Cell Type
B Cells, Monocytes and Macrophages, T Cells
Reconstitution
Centrifuge the vial prior to opening. Reconstitute in water to a concentration of 0.1-0.5 mg/ml. Note: Gently shake the solution for about 10 minutes for better solubility. Do not vortex. This solution can be stored at 2-8°C for up to 1 week. For extended storage, it is recommended to further dilute in a buffer containing a carrier protein (example 0.1 % BSA) and store in working aliquots at -20°C to -80°C.
Authenticity
Verified by N-terminal and Mass Spectrometry analyses (when applicable).
Endotoxin
Endotoxin level is < 0.1 ng/ug of protein (<1EU/ug)
Protein Content
Verified by UV Spectroscopy and/or SDS-PAGE gel.
Biological activity
Determined by its ability to stimulate the proliferation of the IL-6 dependent mouse 7TD1 cells. The expected ED50 is < or = 0.1 ng/ml, corresp~mding to a specific activity of > or = 1 x 107 units/mg.
Preparation and Storage
At -20 degree C

Testing Data

Testing Data
Related Product Information for IL-6 active protein
IL-6 is a pleiotropic cytokine that plays an important role in host defense by regulating immune and inflammatory responses. Produced by T cells, monocytes, fibroblasts, endothelial cells and keratinocytes, IL-6 has diverse biological functions. It stimulates B-cell differentiation and antibody production, synergizes with IL-3 in megakaryocyte development and platelet production, induces expression of hepatic acute-phase proteins, and regulates bone metabolism. IL-6 signals through the IL-6 receptor system that consists of two chains, IL-6R alpha and gp130. Murine IL-6 is inactive on human cells, while both human and murine are equally active on murine cells. Recombinant human IL-6 is a 20.9 kDa protein containing 184 amino acid residues.
Product Categories/Family for IL-6 active protein

NCBI and Uniprot Product Information

NCBI GI #
NCBI GeneID
UniProt Accession #
Molecular Weight
23,718 Da
NCBI Official Full Name
Interleukin-6
NCBI Official Synonym Full Names
interleukin 6
NCBI Official Symbol
IL6
NCBI Official Synonym Symbols
HGF; HSF; BSF2; IL-6; IFNB2
NCBI Protein Information
interleukin-6; CDF; BSF-2; IFN-beta-2; interferon beta-2; interleukin BSF-2; interferon, beta 2; hybridoma growth factor; CTL differentiation factor; B-cell stimulatory factor 2; B-cell differentiation factor
UniProt Protein Name
Interleukin-6
UniProt Gene Name
IL6
UniProt Synonym Gene Names
IFNB2; IL-6; BSF-2; CDF; IFN-beta-2
UniProt Entry Name
IL6_HUMAN

NCBI Description

This gene encodes a cytokine that functions in inflammation and the maturation of B cells. In addition, the encoded protein has been shown to be an endogenous pyrogen capable of inducing fever in people with autoimmune diseases or infections. The protein is primarily produced at sites of acute and chronic inflammation, where it is secreted into the serum and induces a transcriptional inflammatory response through interleukin 6 receptor, alpha. The functioning of this gene is implicated in a wide variety of inflammation-associated disease states, including suspectibility to diabetes mellitus and systemic juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2011]

Uniprot Description

IL6: Cytokine with a wide variety of biological functions. It is a potent inducer of the acute phase response. Plays an essential role in the final differentiation of B-cells into Ig- secreting cells Involved in lymphocyte and monocyte differentiation. It induces myeloma and plasmacytoma growth and induces nerve cells differentiation Acts on B-cells, T-cells, hepatocytes, hematopoietic progenitor cells and cells of the CNS. Also acts as a myokine. It is discharged into the bloodstream after muscle contraction and acts to increase the breakdown of fats and to improve insulin resistance. Genetic variations in IL6 are associated with susceptibility to rheumatoid arthritis systemic juvenile (RASJ). An inflammatory articular disorder with systemic- onset beginning before the age of 16. It represents a subgroup of juvenile arthritis associated with severe extraarticular features and occasionally fatal complications. During active phases of the disorder, patients display a typical daily spiking fever, an evanescent macular rash, lymphadenopathy, hepatosplenomegaly, serositis, myalgia and arthritis. A IL6 promoter polymorphism is associated with a lifetime risk of development of Kaposi sarcoma in HIV-infected men. Belongs to the IL-6 superfamily.

Protein type: Secreted, signal peptide; Secreted

Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 7p21

Cellular Component: extracellular space; cytoplasm; extracellular region; interleukin-6 receptor complex; external side of plasma membrane

Molecular Function: protein binding; interleukin-6 receptor binding; growth factor activity; cytokine activity

Biological Process: positive regulation of nitric oxide biosynthetic process; positive regulation of apoptosis; positive regulation of transcription, DNA-dependent; negative regulation of collagen biosynthetic process; negative regulation of cytokine secretion; response to glucocorticoid stimulus; positive regulation of JAK-STAT cascade; positive regulation of leukocyte chemotaxis; glucose homeostasis; bone remodeling; positive regulation of tyrosine phosphorylation of Stat3 protein; activation of NF-kappaB transcription factor; response to caffeine; muscle maintenance; response to antibiotic; monocyte chemotaxis; regulation of cell shape; positive regulation of T-helper 2 cell differentiation; positive regulation of acute inflammatory response; negative regulation of gluconeogenesis; acute-phase response; positive regulation of T cell proliferation; cell growth; response to electrical stimulus; defense response to virus; neurite development; response to drug; platelet activation; positive regulation of protein import into nucleus, translocation; positive regulation of interleukin-6 production; defense response to protozoan; response to amino acid stimulus; negative regulation of fat cell differentiation; positive regulation of chemokine production; positive regulation of peptidyl-tyrosine phosphorylation; defense response to Gram-positive bacterium; response to heat; cell redox homeostasis; positive regulation of B cell activation; neutrophil apoptosis; negative regulation of protein kinase activity; positive regulation of transcription factor activity; positive regulation of transcription from RNA polymerase II promoter; response to calcium ion; positive regulation of epithelial cell proliferation; negative regulation of apoptosis; negative regulation of muscle development; positive regulation of translation; negative regulation of hormone secretion; positive regulation of smooth muscle cell proliferation; neutrophil mediated immunity; regulation of circadian sleep/wake cycle, non-REM sleep; negative regulation of caspase activity; defense response to Gram-negative bacterium; response to insulin stimulus; negative regulation of cell proliferation; positive regulation of MAPKKK cascade; response to peptidoglycan; positive regulation of cell proliferation; hepatic immune response; inflammatory response; negative regulation of chemokine biosynthetic process; aging; response to nutrient levels; cytokine and chemokine mediated signaling pathway; positive regulation of immunoglobulin secretion; endocrine pancreas development; regulation of angiogenesis; positive regulation of peptidyl-serine phosphorylation; humoral immune response; positive regulation of protein kinase B signaling cascade; positive regulation of osteoblast differentiation; response to cold; positive regulation of neuron differentiation; positive regulation of DNA replication; positive regulation of transmission of nerve impulse

Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Juvenile; Arteriovenous Malformations Of The Brain; Kaposi Sarcoma, Susceptibility To; Inflammatory Bowel Disease 1

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Product Notes

The IL-6 il6 (Catalog #AAA696006) is an Active Protein produced from E Coli and is intended for research purposes only. The product is available for immediate purchase. The Human IL-6 reacts with Species Reactivity: Human Cross Reactivity: Monkey, Mouse, Rat and may cross-react with other species as described in the data sheet. The amino acid sequence is listed below: PVPPGEDSK DVAAPHRQP LTSSERIDK QIRYILDGI SALRKETCN KSNMCESSK EALAENNLN LPKMAEKDG CFQSGFNEE TCLVKIITG LLEFEVYLE YLQNRFESS EEQARAVQM STKVLIQFL QKKAKNLDA ITTPDPTTN ASLLTKLQA QNQWLQDMT THLILRSFK EFLQSSLRA LRQM. It is sometimes possible for the material contained within the vial of "IL-6, Active Protein" to become dispersed throughout the inside of the vial, particularly around the seal of said vial, during shipment and storage. We always suggest centrifuging these vials to consolidate all of the liquid away from the lid and to the bottom of the vial prior to opening. Please be advised that certain products may require dry ice for shipping and that, if this is the case, an additional dry ice fee may also be required.

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