Cortactin is a c-src substrate associated with sites of dynamic actin assembly at the leading edge of migrating cells promotes branched actin filament network formation by Arp2/3 complex. Cortactin is an F-actin-binding protein. The amino-terminal half of the protein is comprised of multiple copies of an internal, tandem 37- amino acid repeat while the carboxyl-terminal half contains a distal SH3 domain. Cortactin, present in several different cell types, is enriched in cortical structures such as membrane ruffles and lamellipodia. The properties of cortactin indicate its importance for microfilament-membrane interactions as well as transducing signals from the cell surface to the cytoskeleton. human cortactin gene is localized on chromosome 11q13.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 1:500-1:1000
Immunohistochestry (paraffin): 1:50-1:100
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Positive Control:
Hela cells
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 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.