Erythropoietin (Epo) is a glycoprotein consisting of one 165-amino acid single-chain polypeptide with two internal disulfide bonds. When fully glycosylated, the molecular weight of Epo is approximately 34kD. Normally produced by the liver and kidney, Epo is the principle regulator of red blood cell production by stimulating the division and differentiation of bone marrow erythroid progenitor cells in response to anemia and hypoxia.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Immunofluorescence, ELISA and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions:
Western Blot: 1:1000 detected glycosylated EPO on 10ug of mouse kidney lysates.
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Positive Control:
Liver or kidney of adult mammals; liver of fetal or neonatal mammals
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.