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α-Smooth Muscle Actin Antibody
SPA-00169
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| Target Information | |
|---|---|
| Target Name | Actin |
| Gene Abbr. | ACTA2 |
| Gene ID | 59 |
| Full Name | actin alpha 2, smooth muscle |
| Alias | ACTSA |
| Introduction | Actin proteins are major components of the eukaryotic cytoskeleton. At least six vertebrate actin isoforms have been identified. The cytoplasmic β- and γ-actin proteins are referred to as “non-muscle” actin proteins as they are predominantly expressed in non-muscle cells where they control cell structure and motility. The α-cardiac and α-skeletal actin proteins are expressed in striated cardiac and skeletal muscles, respectively. The smooth muscle α-actin and γ-actin proteins are found primarily in vascular smooth muscle and enteric smooth muscle, respectively. The α-smooth muscle actin (ACTA2) is also known as aortic smooth muscle actin. These actin isoforms regulate the contractile potential of muscle cells. |
| Product Details | |
|---|---|
| Host | Rabbit |
| Clonality | Polyclonal |
| Clone No. | N/A |
| Immunogen | Synthetic peptide corresponding to residues near the amino terminus of human α-smooth muscle actin protein. |
| Source/Purification | Antibodies are produced by immunizing animals with a synthetic peptide corresponding to residues near the amino terminus of human α-smooth muscle actin protein. Antibodies are purified by protein A and peptide affinity chromatography. |
| Usage | |
|---|---|
| Application | WB |
| Dilutions | Western Blot (1:1000) |
| MW(KDa) | 42 |
| Reactivity | Human, Mouse, Rat |
| Sensitivity | Endogenous |
| Specificity | This antibody recognizes endogenous levels of total α-smooth muscle actin protein. |
| Storage & Handling | |
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| Storage Buffer | Supplied in 10 mM sodium HEPES (pH 7.5), 150 mM NaCl, 100 µg/mL BSA and 50% glycerol. |
| Preservative | No Preservative |
| Storage Temp. | Store at -20 °C. |
| Handling | Do not aliquot the antibody. |
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