Rabbit Anti-BCMO1 (Beta, Beta-Carotene 15,15'-Monooxygenase, Beta-Carotene 15,15'-Monooxygenase 1)
BCDO, BCDO1, BCMO, BCO, BCO1, FLJ10730
Vitamin A metabolism is important for vital processes such as vision, embryonic development, cell differentiation, and membrane and skin protection. The protein encoded by this gene is a key enzyme in beta-carotene metabolism to vitamin A. It catalyzes the oxidative cleavage of beta,beta-carotene into two retinal molecules.
Applications
Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution
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 after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
Form
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, 2% sucrose, 0.09% sodium azide.
Purity
Purified by affinity chromatography.
Specificity
Recognizes BCMO1.
