Description: Peptide to MBP (87-99), Human Form: Lyophilized powder CAS Number : 118506-26-6Molecular Formula : C74H114N20O17Molecular Weight : 1555.86Purity : > 95%Chemical Structure : H-Val-His-Phe-Phe-Lys-Asn-Ile-Val-Thr-Pro-Arg-Thr-Pro-OHApplication : This MBP fragment has been shown to induce the proliferation of an encephalitogenic, myelin basic protein-specific T cell line. Active immunization of rats with this peptide induced acute experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis. This protein region is highly conserved among mammalian species.Storage/Stability : Shipped at 4°C. Store at -20°C for one year.