Cystatin A, a protein belonging to family I of the cystatin superfamily of cysteine proteinase inhibitors, is a 98aa cytoplasmic protein (~11kD), which functions as a reversible inhibitor of cysteine proteinases such as papain and the cathepsins B, H, and L.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Immunohistochemistry (Formalin fixed paraffin embedded): 5ug/ml
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
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.