PE Annexin V

Annexin V (or Annexin A5) is a member of the annexin family of intracellular proteins that binds to phosphatidylserine (PS) in a calcium-dependent manner. PS is normally only found on the intracellular leaflet of the plasma membrane in healthy cells, but during early apoptosis, membrane asymmetry is lost and PS translocates to the external leaflet. Fluorochrome-labeled Annexin V can then be used to specifically target and identify apoptotic cells. Annexin V Binding Buffer (Cat. # 422201) is recommended for use with Annexin V staining. Annexin V binding alone cannot differentiate between apoptotic cells and necrotic. So, we recommend using our 7-AAD Viability Staining Solution (Cat. # 420403/420404) or Propidium Iodide Solution (Cat. # 421301). Early apoptotic cells will exclude 7-AAD and PI, while late stage apoptotic cells and necrotic cells will stain positively, due to the passage of these dyes into the nucleus where they bind to DNA.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Catalog Number

640908

Size

100 tests

Applications

FC

Gene Id

308

Dilutions

Each lot of this product is quality control tested by immunofluorescent staining with flow cytometric analysis. For immunofluorescent staining, the suggested use of this reagent is 5 microl per million cells or 5 microl per 100 microl of whole blood. It is recommended that the reagent be titrated for optimal performance for each application.

Storage Temp

4 C

Concentration

Shipping Temp

Ambient RT

Storage Buffer

The Annexin V solution should be stored undiluted at 4C and protected from prolonged exposure to light. Do not freeze.

Alternative Names

Annexin A5

Regulatory Status

RUO