Technical Data
S8060-25B
Superoxide Dismutase, Mn (SOD Mn)
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S8060-25B |
Superoxide Dismutase, Mn (SOD Mn) |
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Description: Superoxide dismutase (SOD) is an endogenously produced intracellular enzyme present in almost every cell in the body (3). It works by catalyzing the dismutation of the superoxide radical O2- to O2 and H2O2, which are then metabolized to H2O and O2 by catalase and glutathione peroxidase (2,5). In general, SODs play a major role in antioxidant defense mechanisms (4). There are two main types of SOD in mammalian cells. One form (SOD1) contains Cu and Zn ions as a homodimer and exists in the cytoplasm. The two subunits of 16kD each are linked by two cysteines forming an intra-subunit disulfide bridge (3). The second form (SOD2) is a manganese containing enzyme and resides in the mitochondrial matrix. It is a homotetramer of 80kD. The third form (SOD3 or EC-SOD) is like SOD1 in that it contains Cu and Zn ions, however it is distinct in that it is a homotetramer, with a mass of 30kD and it exists only in the extracellular space (7). SOD3 can also be distinguished by its heparin-binding capacity (1). Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunoprecipitation, ELISA and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Western Blot: 0.5ug/ml was sufficient for detection of Mn SOD in 20ug of rat brain tissue. Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. For long-term storage, store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months 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. |
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