Alpha-catenin belongs together with beta and gamma-catenin to the catenin family. Catenins comprise a large family of Ca2+-dependent, homotypic cell-cell adhesion molecules that play important roles in development, epithelial cell polarity and tumor progression. Cadherins are single pass, type I transmembrane proteins that are localized in the adherens junction. To be fully functional, the cadherin cytoplasmic domain must be linked to the actin cytoskeleton through a group of proteins termed catenins: alpha-catenin, beta-catenin and plakoglobin. Alpha catenin interacts with the cadherin indirectly via interactions with beta-catenin or plakoglobin.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Immunofluorescence, Western Blot and Immunoprecipitation. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Immunofluorescence: 1:10
Western Blot: 1:10
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.