Guanine nucleotide-binding proteins (G proteins) are involved as modulators or transducers in various transmembrane signaling systems. The G(i) proteins are involved in hormonal regulation of adenylate cyclase: they inhibit the cyclase in response to beta-adrenergic stimuli.
Applications
Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution
Western Blot: 1:500-1:1000 Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Control
Huvec cell lysate
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 after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
Immunogen
Recombinant protein corresponding to human Gia-2.
Form
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.6, 0.09% sodium azide.
Specificity
Recognizes human Gia-2. Species sequence homology: bovine (100%), mouse (69%), rat (69%), human (62%) and guinea pig (43%). Specificity confirmed by Western blot versus bovine Gαt, rat Goα, rat Giα-1, Giα-2, rat Gia-3, bovine Gsα, and murine GoαA and GoαB.