Synphilin 1 is a cytoplasmic protein that is enriched in the neurophils of normal human brain.
Although the exact function of synphilin 1 is unknown, it may possibly have a role as a cytoskeletal protein based on the presence of ankyrin-like repeats and an ATP, GTP-binding domain.
It has been shown to be novel is its ability to associate in vivo with alpha-synuclein to form cytoplasmic eosinophilic inclusions.
Additionally, it has been observed to be present in Lewy bodies of Parkinson disease, which are composed of alpha-synuclein.
Because synphilin 1 is not found in protein aggregates of Alzheimer’s disease, it appears to be specific for alpha-synuclein-containing lesions.
Synphilin 1 may facilitate the aggregation of alpha-synuclein into Lewy bodies.
Applications:Suitable for use in Immunohistochemistry and Western Blot.