GSK3 is a serine/threonine kinase with a proline-directed substrate preference. Apart from phosphorylating and inhibiting glycogen synthase (GS), various other substrates for GSK3 have been identified that includes protein phosphatase inhibitor 2, ATP-citrate lyase, tau protein, beta-catenin, c-Myc, c-Jun, cAMP response element-binding protein, CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein- , and initiation factor eukaryotic initiation factor. In human, GSK3 exists in two isoforms a-isoform and b-isoform, encoded by two distinct genes located on chromosomes 19q13.1-2 and 3q13.3-q21, respectively. The a-isoform is a 51-53kD polypeptide, whereas the b-isoform is a 47kD polypeptide with 85% aa homology to GSK3a. GSK3a is an important regulator of muscle insulin action. The protein also plays a crucial role in the WNT and PI3K signaling pathways.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 1:500-1:1000
Immunohistochemistry (paraffin): 1:50-1:100
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.