Dysferlin, a 230kD skeletal muscle protein, is a novel member of Ferlin protein family. It consists of a transmembrane domain responsible for its localization in sarcolemma and C-terminal C2 domains responsible for calcium-dependent phospholipid binding and vesicle fusion. It binds to proteins like Caveolin-3 and affixin and its role has been implicated in muscle contraction, membrane regeneration and repair. Mutations in dysferlin result in Miyoshi myopathy, limb girdle muscular dystrophy 2B and distal anterior compartment myopathy. Northern Blot analysis detected highest expression of dysferlin in skeletal muscle, heart and kidney.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Immunohistochemistry (paraffin): 1:50-1:100
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Positive Control:
Skeletal muscle
Cellular Localization:
Cytoplasmic and cell membrane
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 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.