Alpha synuclein is an abundant 140 amino acid neuronal protein, expressed primarily at presynaptic terminals in the central nervous system.
Alpha synuclein has been associated with several neurodegenerative diseases.
A point mutation in the gene coding for the alpha-synuclein protein was the first discovery linking this protein to a rare familial form of Parkinson's disease (PD).
Subsequently, other mutations in the alpha-synuclein gene have been identified in familial PD.
The aggregated proteinaceous inclusions called Lewy bodies found in PD and cortical Lewy body dementia (LBD) were discovered to be predominantly alpha-synuclein.
Aberrant aggregation of alpha-synuclein has been detected in an increasing number of neurodegenerative diseases, collectively known as synucleopathies.
Alpha-synuclein exists physiologically in both soluble and membrane-bound states, in unstructured and alpha-helical conformations, respectively.
The physiological function of alpha-synuclein appears to require its translocation between these subcellular compartments and interconversion between the 2 conformations.
Abnormal processing of alpha-synuclein is predicted to lead to pathological changes in its binding properties and function (1).
Applications:Suitable for use in Immunohistochemistry.
Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability:May be stored at 4°C for short-term only.
For long-term storage and to avoid repeated freezing and thawing, add sterile glycerol (40-50%), aliquot and store at -20°C.
Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months at -20°C.
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.
仕様
Size:100ul
Host:sheep
Source Antibody:human
Grade:Serum
Purity:Serum
Form:Reconstitute in 100 ul of sterile water. Centrifuge to remove any insoluble material.
Specificity:Known to be specific for alpha synuclein Species Crossreactivity: This antiserum is know to react with human and rat and other rodents beta synuclein.
Isotype:IgG
Calc Applications Abbrev:IHC
Calc Crossreactivity:Hu Rt
Immunogen:A synthetic peptide (IEPLMEPEGSYEDPPQE) as part of human beta synuclein protein (aa: 108-125) conjugated to diphteria toxid.