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I0516
Sigma
Insulin solution from bovine pancreas
10 mg/mL insulin in 25 mM HEPES, pH 8.2, sterile-filtered, cell culture tested
| EC Number: | 234-291-2 |
| MDL number: | MFCD00131380 |
Description
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| Application | Recommended for use in cell culture applications at 0.5 to 1 mL per liter of medium. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions | Two-chain polypeptide hormone produced by the β-cells of pancreatic islets. Its molecular weight is ~5800 Da. The α and β chains are joined by two interchain disulfide bonds. The α chain contains an intrachain disulfide bond. Insulin regulates the cellular uptake, utilization, and storage of glucose, amino acids, and fatty acids and inhibits the breakdown of glycogen, protein, and fat. |
| Physical form | stable 2-8 °C |
Properties
| sterility | sterile-filtered |
| form | solution |
| potency | 0.001-20 μg/mL |
| concentration | 10 mg/mL insulin in 25 mM HEPES, pH 8.2 |
| total impurities | Endotoxin, tested |
| suitability | cell culture tested |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
