Plexin A1 is an ~200kD type I transmembrane member of the Plexin family of Semaphorin signal transducers. It consists of a 1218aa extracellular domain with one Sema domain, a spacer, and four tandem IPT/TIG domains, a 21aa transmembrane segment, and a 631aa cytoplasmic domain. Plexin A1 binds the transmembrane Semaphorin 6D directly and binds the Class 3 secreted Semaphorins indirectly via Neuropilin-1 and -2. It mediates cytoskeletal remodeling that results in cell migration and axon repulsion. Within aa964-1152 (in the IPT/TIG region), human Plexin A1 shares 93aa sequence identity with mouse and rat Plexin A1.
Applications
Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunocytochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution
Western Blot: 1ug/ml Immunocytochemistry: 8-25ug/ml Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability
Lyophilized and reconstituted products are stable for 12 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile PBS. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
Immunogen
Recombinant protein corresponding to Asn986-Leu1152 from human Plexin A1, expressed in E. coli.
Form
Supplied as a lyophilized powder in PBS, 5% trehalose. Reconstitute with 200ul sterile PBS.
Purity
Purified by Protein G affinity chromatography from hybridoma culture supernatant.
Specificity
Recognizes human Plexin A1. Does not react with recombinant human Plexin A4, B1, B2, B3, C1, D1, recombinant mouse Plexin A1, A2, A3.