GFAP Antibody
Glial fibrillary acidic protein is a protein that is encoded by the GFAP gene in humans. It is an intermediate filament (IF) protein that is expressed by numerous cell types of the central nervous system (CNS) including astrocytes, and ependymal cells. It is mapped to 17q21.31. It is closely related to its non-epithelial family members, vimentin, desmin, and peripherin, which are all involved in the structure and function of the cells cytoskeleton. GFAP is thought to help to maintain astrocyte mechanical strength, as well as the shape of cells. This gene has been shown to play a role in mitosis by adjusting the filament network present in the cell. It is necessary for many critical roles in the CNS. It also plays a role in astrocyte-neuron interactions as well as cell-cell communication.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
9007-83-4
Specifications
Western blot: 0.5-1 µg/mL, Immunohistochemistry (FFPE) : 2-5 µg/mL, Immunofluorescence (FFPE) : 5 µg/mL
Host
Rabbit
Reactivity
Human, Mouse, Rat
Immunogen
Human recombinant partial protein (AA 93-432) was used as the immunogen for this GFAP antibody.
Clonality
Polyclonal
Isotype
IgG
Applications
WB, IHC-P, IF
Purity
Antigen affinity
Format
Antigen affinity purified
Buffer
Lyophilized from 1X PBS with 2% Trehalose
Reconstitution
Limitations
This GFAP antibody is available for research use only.
Storage Conditions
Formulation
0.5 mg/mL if reconstituted with 0.2ml sterile DI water
Applications Notes
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