Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ IL-17E is a disulfide-linked homodimer of two 145 amino acid polypeptide chains. It belongs to the IL-17 family of structurally-related cytokines that share a highly conserved C-terminal region, but differ from one another in their N-terminal regions and in their distinct biological roles. The six known members of this family, IL-17A through IL-17F, are secreted as homodimers. IL-17E stimulated secretion of IL-8, and induces activation of the transcription factor NF-?B in cells that express the IL-17BR receptor. Recombinant human IL-17E is a 33.8 kDa disulfide-linked homodimer of two 146 amino acid polypeptide chains._x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ IL-17E is a disulfide-linked homodimer of two 145 amino acid polypeptide chains._x000D_ Physical form_x000D_ Lyophilized with no additives_x000D_ Reconstitution_x000D_ 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.