DLG4 (Postsynaptic Density Protein 95, PSD-95, SAP-90, SAP90, PSD95)

Postsynaptic Density protein 95 (PSD95), also known as Synapse associated protein 90kDa, is a member of the membrane-associated guanylate kinase (MAGUK) family of proteins. PSD95 is a scaffolding protein and is involved in the assembly and function of the postsynaptic density complex (1). These family members consist of an N-terminal variable segment followed by three amino-terminal PDZ domains, an upstream SH3 domain and an inactive carboxyl-terminal guanylate kinase (GK) domain. The first and second PDZ domain localize NMDA receptors and K+ channels to synapses, and the third binds to neuroligins which are neuronal cell adhesion molecules that interact with b-neurexins and form intercellular junctions. PSD-95 also binds to neuronal nitric oxide synthase, possibly through interactions between PDZ domains present on both proteins (2). Thus different PDZ domains of PSD-95 might be specialized for distinct functions (3, 4). PSD95 participates in synaptic targeting of AMPA receptors through an indirect manner involving Stargazin and related transmembrane AMPA receptor regulatory proteins (TARPs) (5). The protein is implicated in experience dependent plasticity and plays an indispensable role in learning (6). Mutations in PSD95 are associated with autism (7).\n\nApplications: \nSuitable for use in Western Blot, Immunoprecipitation and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.\n\nRecommended Dilution:\nWestern Blot: 1:1000 \nOptimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.\n\nStorage and Stability:\nMay 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.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Catalog Number

136772

Size

100ug

Applications

IHC, IP, WB

Hosts

Mouse

Reactivities

Hum, Mouse, Rat

Form

Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.4, 50% glycerol.

P Type

Mab

Purity

Purified by Protein G affinity chromatography.

Isotype

IgG2A

References

1. Chetkovich D.M., Bunn R.C., Kuo S.H., Kawasaki Y., Kohwi M., and Bredt D.S. (2002) J Neurosci. 22(15): 6415-25. 2. Cao J., Viholainen J.I., Dart C., Warwick H.K., Levland M.L. and Courtney M.J. (2005) J Cell Biol. 168(1): 117-26. 3. Kennedy M. (1997) Trends in Neurosci. 6: 264-268. 4. Irie M. et al. (1997) Science 277(5331): 1511-5. 5. Cai C. et al. (2006) J Biol Chem. 281: 4267-73. 6. Yao W.D. et al. (2004) Neuron 41: 625-38. 7. Cline H. (2005) Curr Biol. 15: R203-5.

Additional Info

Recognizes human PSD-95 at ~95-110kD (varies with cell background due to phosphorylation). Species Crossreactivity: Mouse and rat.

Alternative Names

Postsynaptic Density Protein 95, PSD-95, SAP-90, SAP90, PSD95