Rabbit Anti-ALAS2 (5-aminolevulinate Synthase, Erythroid-specific, Mitochondrial, ALAS-E, 5-aminolevulinic acid Synthase 2, Delta-ALA Synthase 2, Delta-aminolevulinate Synthase 2, ALASE, ASB, FLJ93603, XLDPP, XLSA)
ALAS2 specifies an erythroid-specific mitochondrially located enzyme. The protein catalyzes the first step in the heme biosynthetic pathway. Defects in its gene cause X-linked pyridoxine-responsive sideroblastic anemia.
Applications
Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution
Western Blot: 5ug/ml Immunohistochemistry: 4-8ug/ml Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability
Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile dH2O. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Reconstituted product is stable for 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.
Immunogen
Synthetic peptide VFKTVNRWADAYPFAQHFSEASVASKDVSVWCSNDYLGMSRHPQVLQATQ corresponding to ALAS2.
Form
Supplied as a lyophilized powder in PBS. Reconstitute with 100ul dH2O to ~1mg/ml.
Purity
Purified by Protein A affinity chromatography.
Specificity
Recognizes human ALAS2.
