Enolase 1, more commonly known as alpha-enolase, is a glycolytic enzyme expressed in most tissues, one of the isozymes of enolase.
It is a homodimer composed of 2 alpha subunits.
Its gene, the ENO1, also encodes the Myc-binding protein-1(MBP1), which downregulates the activity of c-myc protooncogene.
Alpha-enolase is the longer form (48kD) localized in both cytoplasm and nuclei, while MBP1 is shorter (37kD) and is found mostly in the nuclei.
Alpha-enolase has been identified as an autoantigen in Hashimotos encephalopathy.
Single studies have also identified it as an autoantigen associated with severe asthma and a putative target antigen of anti-endothelial cell antibody in Behets disease.
Reduced expression of the enzyme has been found in the corneas of people suffering from keratoconus.
Applications:Suitable for use in ELISA, Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, Immunocytochemistry.
Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:Western Blot: 1:50-400Immunocytochemistry: 1:50-500Immunohistochemistry (frozen): 1:50-500Immunohistochemistry (paraffin): 1:10-100ELISA: 1:100-1:5000Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.