DNA fragmentation factor (DFF) is a heterodimeric protein of 40-kD (DFF40) and 45kD (DFF45) subunits. DFF45 is the substrate for caspase-3 and triggers DNA fragmentation during apoptosis. DFF becomes activated when DFF45 is cleaved by caspase-3. The cleaved fragments of DFF45 dissociate from DFF40, the active component of DFF. DFF40 has been found to trigger both DNA fragmentation and chromatin condensation during apoptosis. DFF35 is the short isoform of DFF45.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 1:10,000-1:50,000
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.
Manufactured incorporating RabMAb(R) technology under Epitomics US patents, No 5,675,063 and 7,429,487, owned by Abcam.