S100 proteins are localized in the cytoplasm and nucleus of a wide range of cells, and involved in the regulation of a number of cellular processes such as cell cycle progression and differentiation.
S100B is glial-specific and is expressed primarily by astrocytes, but not all astrocytes express S100B.
It has been shown that S100B is only expressed by a subtype of mature astrocytes that ensheath blood vessels and by NG2-expressing cells.
This protein may function in neurite extension, proliferation of melanoma cells, stimulation of Ca2+ fluxes, inhibition of PKC-mediated phosphorylation, astrocytosis and axonal proliferation, and inhibition of microtubule assembly.
In the developing CNS it acts as a neurotrophic factor and neuronal survival protein.
Applications:Suitable for use in ELISA, Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, Immunocytochemistry.
Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:ELISA: 1:100-1:5000Western Blot: 1:50-400Immunocytochemistry: 1:50-500Immunohistochemistry (frozen): 1:50-500Immunohistochemistry (paraffin): 1:10-100Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.