Calmodulin sensitive kinase (CASK/mLIN-2) is a ~112kD member of the membrane associated quanylate kinase (MAGUK) protein family with multiple protein binding domains. These include an N-terminal calmodulin kinase (CaMKII) domain and C-terminal PDZ, SH3-, and quanylate kinase domains. CASK possesses both tyrosine kinase and serine/threonine kinase activity. In addition, CASK can form a heterotrimeric complex with Mint (X11or mLIN-10) and Veli (mLIN-7) proteins which is predicted to participate in plasma membrane receptor localization. CASK is localized to neuronal synapses and also interacts with syndecan and neurexin. The guanylate kinase domain of CASK has been shown to interact with the T-box transcription factor, Tbr-1, as a coactivator to induce transcription of genes that contain T-elements.
Cellular Localization: Cytoplasmic (Potential).
Positive Control: Western Blot: AtT20 cell lysate; IHC: mouse brain
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
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 and to avoid repeated freezing and thawing, aliquot 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.