Technical Data
P4256-31B
Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor Type 1, inhibitory (PAI-1)
Description:
Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor 1 (PAI-1) is a glycoprotein found in plasma that is implicated in the processes of angiogenesis, hemostasis, tumor metastasis, fibrionlysis, ovulation, embryonic development and inflammation. The elevation of PAI-1 has shown to correlate with the prognosis of many cancers including breast cancer. PAI-1 is activated by the glycoprotein vitronectin. Vitronectin binds to PAI-1 and modulates fibrinolysis and cell migration. This binding has proven to be an important inhibitor of the activated form of protein C (APC).

Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry and ELISA. Other applilcations have not been tested.

Recommended Dilution:
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.

Moleular Weight:
Non-glycosylated PAI-1: 43kD
Glycosylated PAI-1: 50kD

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 at least 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
TypeIsotypeCloneGrade
MabIgG16F220Affinity Purified
SizeStorageShippingSourceHost
500ug-20°CBlue IceHumanMouse
Concentration:
~3mg/ml
Immunogen:
Recombinant human PAI-1.
Purity:
Purified by Protein A affinity chromatography.
Form
Supplied in liquid in PBS, pH 7.4.
Specificity:
Recognizes human PAI-1 and exhibits inhibitory characteristics. Binds to an epitope localized to the F-Helix of PAI-1. The PAI-1/mab complex acts as a substrate for its target proteinases tPA and uPA. Species Crossreactivity: mouse.
Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.
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