Prorelaxin H2, also known as RLN2, belongs to the insulin gene superfamily. This family is produced by the ovary, and targets the mammalian reproductive system to ripen the cervix, elongate the pubic symphysis and inhibit uterine contraction. It may have additional roles in enhancing sperm motility, regulating blood pressure, controlling heart rate and releasing oxytocin and vasopressin. RLN2 is a peptide hormone associated with a number of therapeutically relevant physiological effects, including regulation of collagen metabolism and multiple vascular control pathways. RLN1 and RLN2 share high sequence homology. Source: Recombinant protein corresponding to aa25-185 of human RLN2, fused to His-tag at N-terminal expressed in E. coli. Molecular Weight: ~20.7kD Amino Acid Sequence: MGSSHHHHHH SSGLVPRGSH MGSDSWMEEV IKLCGRELVR AQIAICGMST WSKRSLSQED APQTPRPVAE IVPSFINKDT ETINMMSEFV ANLPQELKLT LSEMQPALPQ LQQHVPVLKD SSLLFEEFKK LIRNRQSEAA DSSPSELKYL GLDTHSRKKR QLYSALANKC CHVGCTKRSL ARFC Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20C. Aliquots are stable for 6 months after receipt at -20C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
