The UDP-glucuronosyltransferases (UGTs, EC 2.4.1.17) comprise a large family of proteins capable of detoxifying a wide variety of both endogenous and exogenous substrates. The primary function of this gene superfamily is to catalyze the glycosylation of substrates such as biogenic amines, steroids, bile acids, phenolic compounds and various other pharmacologically relevant compounds, including numerous carcinogens, toxic environmental pollutants and prescription drugs. This conjugation increases the solubility of these compounds, allowing them to be excreted more readily through hepatic or renal mechanisms
Applications:
Suitable for use in ELISA and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
ELISA: 1:32,000
Western Blot: 0.1-0.3ug/ml, observed in rat kidney lysates on ~50kD bands
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.