AHP1008 recognises an epitope within the C-terminal region (CT) of BAP31 (B cell receptor-associated protein 31), a 28kDa conserved type III integral membrane protein of the Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER), containing two caspase cleavage sites within its cytosolic domain.
BAP31 appears to be a multi-functional ER-associated transport protein which was originally identified through its association with membrane IgD in B lymphocytes. Several proteins have since been shown to associate with BAP31, including the Beta2 integrin receptor CD11b/CD18, and nonmuscle gamma-actin and myosin B heavy chain. BAP31 has become a focus area for apoptosis studies due to its association with Bcl-2 and cleavage by initiator caspases including caspase 1 and 8. Cleavage of BAP31 generates a membrane-integrated p20 fragment which is itself a potent inducer of apoptosis when expressed ectopically.
Species Cross-Reactivity
Target Species
Cross Reactivity
Mouse
Yes
Rat
Yes
Application
This product has been reported to work in the following applications. This information is derived from testing within our laboratories, peer-reviewed publications or personal communications from the originators. Please refer to references indicated for further information. For general protocol recommendations, please visitwww.abdserotec.com/protocols.
Application Name
Yes
No
Not Determined
Suggested Dilution
ELISA
Flow Cytometry
Immunohistology - Frozen
Immunohistology - Paraffin(1)
Immunoprecipitation
Western Blotting
0.5ug/ml
(1)
This product requires antigen retrieval using heat treatment prior to staining of paraffin sections. Sodium citrate buffer pH 6.0 is recommended for this purpose.
Where this product has not been tested for use in a particular technique this does not necessarily exclude its use in such procedures. Suggested working dilutions are given as a guide only. It is recommended that the user titrates the product for use in their own system using appropriate negative/positive controls.
Western Blotting
AHP1008 detects a band of approximately 28kDa in human Ramos cell lysates.
Storage
Store at +4oC or at -20oC if preferred.
Storage in frost-free freezers is not recommended.
This product should be stored undiluted. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing as this may denature the antibody. Should this product contain a precipitate we recommend microcentrifugation before use.
Shelf Life
18 months from date of despatch.
Antiserum Preparation
Antisera to human BAP31 (CT) were raised by repeated immunisations of rabbits with highly purified antigen. Purified IgG prepared by affinity chromatography.