Alpha B Crystallin, first identified as a structural component of the vertebrate eye lens, is expressed at high levels in lens and at lower levels in a number of other tissues, most notably cardiac and skeletal muscle, kidney, and brain (1). It is a major protein component of Rosenthal fibers, which massively accumulate in the brains of patients suffering from Alexander's disease (2). The major phosphorylation site of Alpha B Crystallin in brains of patients with Alexander's disease or Alzheimer's disease as well as in aged controls is Serine 59 (3). Racemization, isomerization, and oxidation of Alpha B Crystallin are said to occur spontaneously in the aging process (4).
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, Immunocytochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 1:5,000-50,000
Immunohistochemistry: 1:100-250
Immunocytochemistry: 1:25-50
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, 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.
Manufactured incorporating RabMAb(R) technology under Epitomics US patents, No 5,675,063 and 7,429,487, owned by Abcam.