Although its physiological function is unclear, it can inhibit neutrophil cathepsin G and mast cell chymase, both of which can convert angiotensin-1 to the active angiotensin-2.
Applications
Suitable for use in Peptide ELISA and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution
Peptide ELISA: 1:128,000 Western Blot: 0.3-1ug/ml 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. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
Immunogen
Synthetic peptide corresponding to aa222-236 from sequence C-DPQDTHQSRFYLSKK, at the internal region of the protein sequence according to NP_001076.2.
Form
Supplied as a liquid in Tris saline, pH 7.3, 0.5% BSA, 0.02% sodium azide.
Purity
Purified by immunoaffinity chromatography.
Specificity
Recognizes human alpha-1-Antichymotrypsin.