Members of the Bcl-2 family of proteins are important regulators of programmed cell death (reviewed in 1-3). This family of proteins includes both anti-apoptotic molecules such as Bcl-2 and Bcl-X(L), and pro-apoptotic molecules such as Bax, Bak, Bid, and Bad. The deregulation of the various Bcl-2 family member proteins has been implicated in many pathological conditions. For example, overexpression of anti-apoptotic molecules including Bcl-2, Bcl-X(L), or both has been associated with a number of human cancers, and may play a critical role in cancer progression. For example, constitutive expression of Bcl-2, such as in the case of translocation of Bcl-2 to Ig heavy chain locus, is thought to cause follicular lymphoma. Anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 family members appear to function, at least in part, by interacting with and antagonizing pro-apoptotic family members. The Bcl-2 gene generates two transcript variants, alpha and beta which are produced by alternate splicing and differ in their C-terminal ends.
Applications:
Suitable for use in ELISA. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
ELISA: 1:100-1:1000
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4 degrees C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20 degrees C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.