Microfibril-associated protein 4 (MFAP4) was initially identified as a gene commonly deleted in the contiguous Smith-Magenis syndrome (SMS) gene. MFAP4 was identified as growth factor to support expansion of hematopoietic stem cells in culture. It is involved in calcium-dependent cell adhesion and intercellular interactions.
Sequence:
Human MFAP4 (aa 1-255) is fused at the C-terminus to a FLAG(R)-tag.
Storage and Stability:
Short-term Storage: +4 degrees C
Long-term Storage: -20 degrees C
Working aliquots are stable for up to 3 months when stored at -20 degrees C.