The directed movement of membrane-bounded organelles is an important process for various cellular functions including membrane transport, secretion, and axonal transport. Cytoplasmic dynein, a ubiquitous minus end-directed microtubule-based motor protein, is believed to be responsible for the retrograde transport of membranous organelles from the synapse to the cell body in fast axonal transport. The cytoplasmic dynein complex is composed of two 530kD heavy chains, and intermediate chains of ~74kD and 53-59kD.
Cellular Localization: Cytoplasmic
Applications:
Suitable for use in Immunofluorescence, Western Blot and Immunoprecipitation. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
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 and to avoid repeated freezing and thawing, aliquot 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.