NTS, as known as neurotensin/neuromedin N preproprotein, is a secreted tridecapeptide, which is widely distributed throughout the central nervous system, and may function as a neurotransmitter or a neuromodulator. It may be involved in dopamine-associated pathophysiological events, in the maintenance of gut structure and function, and in the regulation of fat metabolism. Neurotensin also exhibits antimicrobial activity against bacteria and fungi. Source: Recombinant protein corresponding to aa24-148 from human NTS, fused to His-Tag at C-terminal, expressed in insect cell. Molecular Weight: ~15.4kD (134aa), 13.5-18kD (SDS-PAGE under reducing conditions.) Endotoxin: <1EU/1ug (determined by LAL method) AA Sequence: ADPSDSEEEM KALEADFLTN MHTSKISKAH VPSWKMTLLN VCSLVNNLNS PAEETGEVHE EELVARRKLP TALDGFSLEA MLTIYQLHKI CHSRAFQHWE LIQEDILDTG NDKNGKEEVI KRKIPYILHH HHHH 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 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.