Catenin-beta plays a central role in cell adhesion, bridging between cadherins and actin cytoskeleton. These activities are regulated through its differential interaction with several molecular partners, including cell- cell adherens junctions molecules, components of its degradation complex, and transcription factors. Catenin-beta is composed of three domains: a central armadillo repeat domain and two N- and C-terminal tails. Catenin-beta can be phosphorylated by serine-threonine kinase, such as GSK-3. The phosphorylated catenin-beta affects the protein association of catenin-beta to E-cadherin and alpha-cateinin that occurs in the cell. This process can be reversed by dephosphorylation of catenin-beta.
Applications:
Suitable for use in ELISA, Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
ELISA: 1:5000-1:20,000
Western Blot: 1:500-1:1000
Immunohistochemistry: 1:75
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Control Peptide: C2069-53D1
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.