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Synonyms
GFRA2, GDNFRB, NRTNR-ALPHA, NTNRA, RETL2, TRNR2.
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Alternative_names
GFRA2, GDNFRB, NRTNR-ALPHA, NTNRA, RETL2, TRNR2.
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Description
Involved in the initiation of the RET signaling pathway
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Recombinant
Yes
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Source
HEK293 cells
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Purity by SDS PAGE
≥95%
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Assay
SDS-PAGE
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Biological activity
Measured by its binding ability in a functional ELISA. Immobilized Recombinant Human Neurturin at 1 µg/ml can bind rhGFRA2 with an apparent KD < 8 nM.
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Results
Measured by its binding ability in a functional ELISA. Immobilized Recombinant Human Neurturin at 1 µg/ml can bind rhGFRA2 with an apparent KD < 8 nM.
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Molecular Weight
This protein is fused with 6×His tag at the N-terminus, has a calculated MW of 47.6 kDa. The predicted N-terminus is Ser 22. DTT-reduced Protein migrates as 60-70 KDa due to glycosylation.
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Storage Temp
-20°C
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Shipping
Gel Pack
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Shelf Life
12 months
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Appearance
Lyophilized
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Physical form description
Lyophilized from 0.22 um filtered solution in PBS, pH 7.4. Normally Mannitol or Trehalose is added as protectants before lyophilization.
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Reconstitution Instructions
Centrifuge the vial prior to opening. Reconstitute in sterile PBS, pH 7.4 to a concentration of 50 µg/ml. Do not vortex. This solution can be stored at 2-8°C for up to 1 month. For extended storage, it is recommended to store at -20°C.
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Background Information
GDNF family receptor alpha-2 (GFRA2) also known as GDNF receptor beta, Neurturin receptor alpha, RET ligand 2, TGF-beta-related neurotrophic factor receptor 2, is a cell membrane protein which belongs to the GDNFR family. Glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) and neurturin (NTN) are two structurally related, potent neurotrophic factors that play key roles in the control of neuron survival and differentiation. GDNF is a glycosylated, disulfide-bonded homodimer that is distantly related to the TGF-beta superfamily of growth factors. Three receptors for these factors, GFRα-1, GFRα-2 and GFRα-3 have been identified. The isoform 1 of GFRA2 is found in both brain and placenta. GFRA2 mediates the NRTN-induced autophosphorylation and activation of the RET receptor and also able to mediate GDNF signaling through the RET tyrosine kinase receptor. GFRA2 mediates the NRTN-induced autophosphorylation and activation of the RET receptor. It can also mediate GDNF signaling through the RET tyrosine kinase receptor.
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Handling
Centrifuge the vial prior to opening.
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Usage
For Research Use Only! Not to be used in humans
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Properties
Human proteins, cDNA and human recombinants are used in human reactive ELISA kits and to produce anti-human mono and polyclonal antibodies. Modern humans (Homo sapiens, primarily ssp. Homo sapiens sapiens). Depending on the epitopes used human ELISA kits can be cross reactive to many other species. Mainly analyzed are human serum, plasma, urine, saliva, human cell culture supernatants and biological samples.
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Additional source
Recombinants or rec. proteins
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Group
recombinants
