The CD26 molecule is a multifunctional glycoprotein that has ectopeptidase activity and is also reported to be involved in cell adhesion, signal transduction in T lymphocytes and HIV infection. CD26 is differentially expressed on developing thymocytes and is upregulated on activated T-cells but is not expressed on resting and thioglycollate stimulated macrophages. Expression of CD26 has also been reported on cells from a variety of non-hematopoietic tissues including liver, intestine and kidney. CD26 is also known as thymocyte-activating molecule (THAM). Murine CD26 is a type II integral membrane dipeptidyl-peptidase that is expressed at the cell surface as a heterodimer, of approximately 220kD, and has a soluble form in the plasma.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Flow Cytometry: Neat; 10ul labels 10e6 cells in 100ul
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 and 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. FITC conjugates are sensitive to light.