DNA fragmentation factor alpha petide (dffa) is a nuclease involved in degrading naked DNA during apoptosis, inducing apoptotic morphology. It was formerly known as caspase-activated Dnase. However, there is little published scientific literature currently available for zebrafish dffa. In humans, dffb is also known as DNA fragmentation factor 45 (DFF-45). Human dffa is capable of triggering DNA fragmentation and chromatin condensation during apoptosis. Additionally, one study demonstrated expression of dffa in human cell lines correlated with DNA fragmentation during apoptosis, and overexpression potentiated DNA fragmentation by apoptotic stimuli.
Applications:
Suitable for use in ELISA and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
ELISA: 1:5000-1:20,000
Western Blot: 1:500-1:1000
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Control Peptide: D3224-27D
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.