FGF-8 human

Fibroblast growth factor-8 (FGF-8) is also known as androgen-induced growth factor (AIGF). It is a heparin-binding growth factor. The gene encoding this protein is localized on human chromosome 10. Recombinant human FGF-8 is a 22.4kDa protein containing 193 amino acid residues.

Fibroblast growth factor-8 (FGF-8) stimulates the proliferation and activation of cells that express the FGF receptors. It has a role in embryogenesis. FGF8b, an isoform of FGF-8, is expressed in prostate cancer.

Lyophilized in 10 mM Tris, pH 8.0 plus 75 mM NaCl. The protein may appear as a haze or film, which may not be seen at the bottom of the vial.

Centrifuge the vial prior to opening. Avoid freeze-thaw cycles.

Reconstitute in 5 mM Tris, pH 8.0 to a concentration of 0.1-1 mg/mL. This solution can be diluted into other aqueous buffers.