MMP12, CT (Macrophage Metalloelastase, MME, Matrix Metalloproteinase-12, MMP-12, Macrophage Elastase, ME, hME, HME) (PE)

Proteins of the matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) family are involved in the breakdown of extracellular matrix in normal physiological processes, such as embryonic development, reproduction, and tissue remodeling, as well as in disease processes, such as arthritis and metastasis. Most MMPs are secreted as inactive proproteins which are activated when cleaved by extracellular proteinases. MMP12 may be involved in tissue injury and remodeling. This protein has significant elastolytic activity. MMP12 can accept large and small amino acids at the P1' site, but has a preference for leucine. Aromatic or hydrophobic residues are preferred at the P1 site, wtih small hydrophobic residues (prefereably alanine) occupying P3. The protein is found in alveolar macrophages but not in peripheral blood monocytes. MMP12 can be induced by exposure to lypopolysaccharide, and is inhibited by dexamethasone. \n\nApplications: \nSuitable for use in ELISA, Western Blot, and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.\n\nRecommended Dilution:\nELISA: 1:1,000\nWestern Blot: 1:100-1:500\nImmunohistochemistry: 1:50-1:100\nOptimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.\n\nStorage and Stability:\nMay be stored at 4 degrees C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Do not freeze R-Phycoerythrin conjugates. Light sensitive. Aliquots are stable for at least 6 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Catalog Number

M2427-59A-PE

Size

200ul

Applications

ELISA, IHC, WB

Hosts

Rabbit

Reactivities

Hum

Form

Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.2. Contains ~0.09% sodium azide. Conjugated to R-Phycoerythrin (R-PE).

P Type

Pab

Purity

Purified by Protein G affinity chromatography.

Isotype

IgG

References

1. Nar, H., et al., J. Mol. Biol. 312(4):743-751 (2001). 2. Lang, R., et al., J. Mol. Biol. 312(4):731-742 (2001). 3. Gronski, T.J. Jr., et al., J. Biol. Chem. 272(18):12189-12194 (1997). 4. Shapiro, S.D., et al., J. Biol. Chem. 268(32):23824-23829 (1993).

Additional Info

Recognizes human MMP12.