| Field | Specification |
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| Target | |
| Alternative names | CSTA; STF1; STFA; Cystatin-A; Cystatin-AS; Stefin-A |
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| Reactivity | |
| Applications | |
| Immunogen | The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from human Stefin A. AA range:49-98 |
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Scientific Background
The cystatin superfamily encompasses proteins that contain multiple cystatin-like sequences. Some of the members are active cysteine protease inhibitors, while others have lost or perhaps never acquired this inhibitory activity. There are three inhibitory families in the superfamily, including the type 1 cystatins (stefins), type 2 cystatins, and kininogens. This gene encodes a stefin that functions as a cysteine protease inhibitor, forming tight complexes with papain and the cathepsins B, H, and L. The protein is one of the precursor proteins of cornified cell envelope in keratinocytes and plays a role in epidermal development and maintenance. Stefins have been proposed as prognostic and diagnostic tools for cancer. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008],
Product Overview
This polyclonal antibody, raised in Rabbit, recognizes Cystatin A. It is validated for Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence, ELISA.
Validated Applications
| Applications | Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence, ELISA |
|---|---|
| Western Blot | 1/500 - 1/2000. Immunohistochemistry: 1/100 - 1/300. Immunofluorescence: 1/200 - 1/1000. ELISA: 1/5000. Not yet tested in other applications. |
Optimal dilutions should be determined by the end user for each application and sample type.
Immunogen
The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from human Stefin A. AA range:49-98
Specifications
| Host | Rabbit |
|---|---|
| Clonality | Polyclonal |
| Isotype | IgG |
| Conjugate | Unconjugated |
| Reactivity | Human, Rat, Mouse |
| Immunogen | The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from human Stefin A. AA range:49-98 |
| Concentration | 1 mg/mL |
| Observed Band | 11kD |
| Subcellular Location | Cytoplasm . |
| Swiss-Prot | P01040 |
| Gene ID | 1475 |
| Storage | -20°C/1 year |
Reactivity Notes
Validated reactivity: Human, Rat, Mouse. For other species, epitope conservation may allow cross-reactivity; confirm with appropriate controls.
Safety & Handling
This product is for research use only (RUO) and is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use. The formulation contains sodium azide; handle with standard laboratory precautions.
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