E-Cadherin, a member of the cadherin superfamily, is implicated as a key player in different cellular processes including development, morphology, polarity, migration and tissue integrity (1-2). E-cadherin is a glycoprotein with an extracellular domain that interacts with other E-cadherin molecules on adjacent cells, thereby establishing adhesion between epithelial cells. Established as a tumor and metastasis suppressor, E-cadherin expression is frequently down-regulated or extinguished in malignancy which strongly correlates with poor prognosis (3-4). Mutations in E-cadherin are found in gastric, breast, colorectal, thyroid and ovarian cancer (5).
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunoprecipitation, Immunohistochemistry, Immunocytochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions:
Western Blot: 1:100,000-1,000,000
Immunohistochemistry: 1:100-250
Immunocytochemistry: 1:250-500
Immunoprecipitation: 1:40
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4 degrees C for short-term only. For long-term storage, store at -20 degrees C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
Manufactured incorporating RabMAb(R) technology under Epitomics US patents, No 5,675,063 and 7,429,487, owned by Abcam.