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Biochem/physiol Actions

Colony stimulating factor 3 (CSF-3) or granulocyte colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) stimulates the development of committed progenitor cells to neutrophils and enhances the functional activities of the mature end-cell. It also has a role in macrophage generation and may be involved in immune modulation. G-CSF is being used clinically to facilitate hematopoietic recovery after bone marrow transplantation.

General description

Colony stimulating factor 3 (CSF-3) or granulocyte colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) is a hematopoietic growth factor. It is produced in response to specific stimulation by a variety of cells including macrophages, fibroblasts, endothelial cells and bone marrow stroma. Human and murine G-CSF is cross-species reactive. Recombinant murine G-CSF is a 19.0kDa protein consisting of 179 amino acid residues.

Physical form

Lyophilized from 10 mM Sodium Citrate, pH 4.0.

Reconstitution

Centrifuge the vial prior to opening. Reconstitute in water to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/ml. 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.