Protein quantitation was carried out by two independent methods:1. UV spectroscopy at 280 nm using the absorbency value of 1.718 as the extinction coefficient for a 0.1% (1mg/ml) solution. This value is calculated by the PC GENE computer analysis program of protein sequences (IntelliGenetics). 2. Analysis by RP-HPLC, using a calibrated solution of TGF-b 3 as a Reference Standard.

Mouse TGF-beta 3 although stable at room temperature for 3 weeks, should be stored at 4°C.For long term storage it is recommended to add a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA).