Neuron specific enolase (NSE) is the neuronal form of the enolase glycolytic enzymes that catalyze the interconversion of 2-phosphoglycerate and phosphoenolpyruvate. NSE has a molecular weight of 45kD, and is expressed in normal pituitary, pinealocytes, neuroendocrine cells of the lung, thyroid, parafollicular cells, adrenal medulla, Langerhans islet cells, Merkel cells of the skin, melanocytes, normal striated muscle, and hepatocytes. NSE is a useful marker for neuroblastoma, small cell lung carcinoma, and neuroendocrine cancers.
Applications
Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunocytochemistry and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions
Immunocytochemistry: 1:1000-1:5000 using 2% paraformaldehyde fixed cells. Immunohistochemistry: 1:1000-1:5000 using 2% paraformaldehyde fixed tissues. Western Blot: on mouse brain extracts, shows a single band at 47kD. Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability
May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
Immunogen
Synthetic peptides from human/mouse/rat Neuron Specific Enolase
Form
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.2, 0.02% sodium azide
Purity
Purified by affinity chromatography
Specificity
Recognizes Neuron Specific Enolase (NSE). Species Crossreactivity: human, mouse and rat