Optimal working dilution should be determined by the investigator.
Restrictions
For Research Use only
Format
Liquid
Concentration
0.25 mg/mL
Buffer
PBS containing 0.09 % (W/V) Sodium Azide as preservative
Preservative
Sodium azide
Precaution of Use
This product contains sodium azide: a POISONOUS AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE which should be handled by trained staff only.
Handling Advice
Avoid repeated freezing and thawing.
Storage
4 °C/-20 °C
Storage Comment
Store undiluted at 2-8 °C for one month or (in aliquots) at -20 °C for longer.
Target
GDF9
(Growth Differentiation Factor 9 (GDF9))
Alternative Name
GDF9
Background
Growth factors synthesized by ovarian somatic cells directly affect oocyte growth and function. Growth differentiation factor-9 (GDF9) is expressed in oocytes and is thought to be required for ovarian folliculogenesis. GDF9 is a member of the transforming growth factor-beta superfamily.Synonyms: GDF-9, Growth/differentiation factor 9