The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the chromogranin/secretogranin family of neuroendocrine secretory proteins. It is found in secretory vesicles of neurons and endocrine cells. This gene product is a precursor to three biologically active peptides; vasostatin, pancreastatin, and parastatin. These peptides act as autocrine or paracrine negative modulators of the neuroendocrine system. Other peptides, including chromostatin, beta-granin, WE-14 and GE-25, are also derived from the full-length protein. However, biological activities for these molecules have not been shown.
Applications:
Suitable for use in ELISA (peptide) and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
ELISA (peptide): 1:4000 (detection limit).
Western Blot: 0.1-0.3ug/ml. ~ 50kD band observed in human kidney lysates (calculated MW of 50.7kD according to NP_001266.1).
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Positive Control: Human Kidney lysate
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4 degrees C for short-term only. For long-term storage, 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.