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biological source
rabbit
Quality Level
antibody form
serum
antibody product type
primary antibodies
clone
polyclonal
species reactivity
rat, human, pig, bovine, mouse
manufacturer/tradename
Chemicon®
technique(s)
immunohistochemistry (formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded sections): suitable
western blot: suitable
NCBI accession no.
UniProt accession no.
shipped in
dry ice
target post-translational modification
unmodified
Gene Information
human ... PRPH2(5961)
General description
Peripherin is a 56-58 kDa type III intermediate filament protein (Portier et al. 1983), expressed in motor, sensory and sympathetic system neurons as well as neuroendocrine skin carcinomas and certain melanocytic tumors. It is often used an indicator of enteric ganglion cell density in normal and diseased (e.g. Hirschsprung′s disease) states. Abnormal inclusions containing peripherin have also been reported in ALS. During normal, late neurogenesis peripherin appears after the expression of nestin, vimentin, alpha-internexin and neurofilaments and is involved in the differentiation of neurons, namely of the peripheral nervous system, and also probably in axonal regeneration. Peripherin is not related to peripherin-RDS, a photoreceptor protein associated with retinal degeneration and blindness.
Specificity
Recognizes Peripherin. The antibody stains a ~57 kDa band cleanly and specifically and does not stain vimentin, GFAP, alpha-internexin or any of the neurofilament subunits. Strong staining on rat, mouse, human, pig and cow peripherin. Does not stain chicken, quail or other more distantly related species which appear to lack peripherin.
Strong staining on rat and human. Cross-reacts with mouse, pig, and bovine. Other species not tested.
Immunogen
Electrophoretically pure trp-E-peripherin fusion protein [Dev. Brain Res. (1990) 57:235-248], containing all but the 4 N terminal amino acids of rat peripherin. Fusion protein purified from bacterial inclusion bodies by DEAE-cellulose chromatography in 6 M urea followed by preparative SDS-PAGE.
Application
Additional Research Applications
Immunohistochemistry:
A previous lot of this antibody was used at 1:100-1:200 dilution. It is suggested that the antibody be used on frozen sections fixed in acetone at -20°C. AB1530 will work on tissue fixed for one hour or less in fresh 4% paraformaldehyde. It has been reported that this antibody can be used on paraffin embedded tissue sections. See Cell & Tissue Research (1997) 288:11-23 & European J. Dermatology (1998) 8:339-342.
Electron Microscopy:
A previous lot of this antibody was used on Electron Microscopy.
Optimal working dilutions and protocols must be determined by end user.
Immunohistochemistry:
A previous lot of this antibody was used at 1:100-1:200 dilution. It is suggested that the antibody be used on frozen sections fixed in acetone at -20°C. AB1530 will work on tissue fixed for one hour or less in fresh 4% paraformaldehyde. It has been reported that this antibody can be used on paraffin embedded tissue sections. See Cell & Tissue Research (1997) 288:11-23 & European J. Dermatology (1998) 8:339-342.
Electron Microscopy:
A previous lot of this antibody was used on Electron Microscopy.
Optimal working dilutions and protocols must be determined by end user.
Research Category
Neuroscience
Neuroscience
Research Sub Category
Sensory & PNS
Neuronal & Glial Markers
Sensory & PNS
Neuronal & Glial Markers
This Anti-Peripherin Antibody is validated for use in IH, IH(P), WB for the detection of Peripherin.
Quality
Routinely evaluated by Western Blot on PC12 lysates.
Western Blot Analysis:
1:1000 dilution of this lot detected peripherin on 10 μg of PC12 lysates.
Western Blot Analysis:
1:1000 dilution of this lot detected peripherin on 10 μg of PC12 lysates.
Target description
56-58 kDa
Physical form
Rabbit polyclonal antisera, no preservatives.
Unpurified
Storage and Stability
Stable for 1 year at -20°C in undiluted aliquots from date of receipt.
Handling Recommendations: Upon first thaw, and prior to removing the cap, centrifuge the vial and gently mix the solution. Aliquot into microcentrifuge tubes and store at -20°C. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles, which may damage IgG and affect product performance.
Handling Recommendations: Upon first thaw, and prior to removing the cap, centrifuge the vial and gently mix the solution. Aliquot into microcentrifuge tubes and store at -20°C. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles, which may damage IgG and affect product performance.
Analysis Note
Control
Rat sensory neurons, rat spinal cord homogenate and peripheral nerve homogenate.
Rat sensory neurons, rat spinal cord homogenate and peripheral nerve homogenate.
Other Notes
Concentration: Please refer to the Certificate of Analysis for the lot-specific concentration.
Legal Information
CHEMICON is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Disclaimer
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