Gelsolin is a large and complex actin-binding protein that belongs to actin-severing gelsolin/villin super family. Gelsolin is a regulator of actin filament assembly and disassembly and consists of six homologous subdomains (S1-S6). When C-terminal tail (S6) is bound to calcium ion, it straightens and exposes actin binding sites located on S2s helices, leading to Gelsolin actin-serving activity (1). Gelsolin is inhibited by phosphatidylinositol (4,5)-bisphosphate (PIP2), where PIP2 will bind to S1, S2, and S3 sites. Gelsolin is involved in podosome formation and has been linked to inhibition of apoptosis by preventing release of cytochrome C (2).
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 1:1000-5000
Immunohistochemistry: 1:100-250
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, 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.
Manufactured incorporating RabMAb(R) technology under Epitomics US patents, No 5,675,063 and 7,429,487, owned by Abcam.