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Biological source:
yeast (Pichia pastoris)
Form:
solid
Assay:
≥95—105%
biological source
yeast (Pichia pastoris)
Quality Segment
description
Merck USA index - 14, 4980
sterility
non-sterile
assay
≥95—105%
form
solid
specific activity
≥25 IU/mg (dry basis)
manufacturer/tradename
Calbiochem®
storage condition
OK to freeze
impurities
<10 EU/mg Endotoxin (EU/mg protein)
color
white to off-white
solubility
0.01 M HCl: soluble
shipped in
wet ice
storage temp.
−20°C
InChI key
PBGKTOXHQIOBKM-FHFVDXKLSA-N
General description
Recombinant, human insulin (zinc) expressed in P. pastoris. Peptide anabolic hormone produced by pancreatic β-cells. Increases the synthesis of protein, fat, glycogen, and substrate oxidation in mitochondria. Interacts with membrane insulin receptor to cause its biological actions.
Preparation Note
Following reconstitution store in the refrigerator (4°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 6 weeks at 4°C.
Insulin is practically insoluble from pH 4.5-7.0.
Other Notes
Mohan, C., et al. 1989. Curr. Topics Cell. Reg.30, 105.
Johnson, I.S. 1983. Science219, 632.
Johnson, I.S. 1983. Science219, 632.
≥25 IU/mg (dry basis).
Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Disclaimer
Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)
Storage Class
11 - Combustible Solids
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