Mouse Anti-TIMP1 (Erythroid-potentiating Activity, EPA, Fibroblast Collagenase Inhibitor, Collagenase Inhibitor, Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinases 1, TIMP-1, CLGI, TIMP)
TIMP-1 (Tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase 1) is a glycoprotein that belongs to the protease inhibitor I35 (TIMP) family. Contains 1 NTR domain, predicted molecular weight 23kD. TIMP-1 forms complexes with matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and inhibits the proteolytic activity of these enzymes. High levels TIMP-1 protein has been found in several types of cancers including breast cancer and this increase associated with a poor patient prognosis. TIMP-1 has also been implicated in the inhibition of apoptosis, promotion of growth, and process of angiogenesis. TIMP-1 may be useful as a prognostic marker in combination with urokinase plasminogen activator (uPA) and plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 (PAI-1).
Applications
Suitable for use in ELISA, Immunohistochemistry and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions
Western Blot: 4ug/ml Immunohistochemistry: paraffin 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 FQALGDAADIR conjugated to Ovalbumin.
Form
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.2, 0.09% sodium azide.
Purity
Purified by affinity chromatography.
Specificity
Recognizes TIMP-1. Species Crossreactivity: human and monkey.
