Globin transcription factor 1 (GATA-1) is a transcription activator belonging to the GATA family of transcription factors with importance in cell growth. GATA-1 is a Cys2-Cys2 zinc finger DNA binding protein commonly found in erthroid (red blood cell) and emagkaryotic (platelet producing cell) and it is critical in the development process of both. It binds to the consensus sequence of [AT]GATA[AG] within regulatory regions of globin genes and genes in erythroid cells, leading to transcription of alpha spectrin structural protein necessary for red blood cell's shape. In human, GATA-1 can enhance transcription rate up to 100 times. Mutation to GATA-1 encoding gene has been implicated to X-linked dyserythropoietic anemia, thrombocytopenia, Down's syndrome in children, congenital transient myeloproliferative syndrome, and acute megakaryocytic leukemia.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Immunofluorescence and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Immunofluorescence: 1:100-1:200
Western Blot: 1:500-1:1,000
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.