Mouse Anti-Calcitonin Gene Related Peptide, alpha (CGRPa)
Calcitonin gene-related peptide is a 37aa vasoactive neuropeptide widely expressed throughout the central and peripheral nervous system. CGRP has potent vasodilatory effects probably serving as a regulator of regional blood flow, in addition to a variety of other cellular effects.
Applications
Suitable for use in ELISA and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions
Immunohistochemistry: Paraffin sections 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.
Immunogen
Synthetic peptide corresponding to aa1-18 of human a-CGRP. Species Sequence Homology: human b-CGRP (50%)
Form
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.4, 15mM sodium azide.
Purity
Purified by Protein A affinity chromatography from culture supernatant.
Specificity
Recognizes human a-CGRP. Species Crossreactivity: rat
