Miltenyi, 170-076-107, MACS® GMP Recombinant Human FGF-2

Biological activity

Applications
MACS GMP Recombinant Human FGF-2 can be used for a variety of applications, including the culture of undifferentiated human embryonic stem cells2,3 or the expansion of mesenchymal stromal cells4,5.

Quality statement
MACS GMP Products are manufactured and tested under a quality management system (ISO 13485) and are in compliance with relevant GMP guidelines. They are designed following the recommendations of USP <1043> on ancillary materials.

Disclaimer
MACS GMP Products are for ex vivo cell processing only, and are not intended for human in vivo applications. For regulatory status in the USA, please contact your local representative.

Overview
Fibroblast growth factor 2 (FGF-2), also termed basic FGF, belongs to the family of heparin-binding growth factors. FGF-2 functions as a wide-spectrum mitogenic, angiogenic, and neurotrophic factor and stimulates the proliferation of a wide variety of cells including mesenchymal, neuroectodermal, and endothelial cells.
MACS GMP Recombinant Human FGF-2 is designed for ex vivo cell culture processing. No animal- or human-derived materials were used for the manufacture of this product, unless otherwise stated in the respective Certificate of Origin. The product is lyophilized without carrier protein or preservatives.