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| Immunogen | KLH conjugated Synthetic peptide corresponding to Mouse P21 |
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Product Overview
CDKN1A (p21,CIP1,WAF1),a cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor,is necessary for proper control of the cell cycle and premature senescence. P21 is a cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) inhibitor that suppresses proliferation by inhibiting CDK2 and CDK1 activity at the G1/S and G2/M transitions. P21 is a major mediator of p53 to induce cell cycle arrest in G1. p21 can interact with proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA),and plays a regulatory role in S phase DNA replication and DNA damage repair. P21 was reported to be specifically cleaved by CASP3-like caspases,which thus leads to a dramatic activation of CDK2,and may be instrumental in the execution of apoptosis following caspase activation. Overexpression of p21 decreases the expression levels of cell cycle progression genes and upregulates senescence-inducing genes.
Validated Applications & Recommended Dilutions
| Application | Recommended Dilution |
|---|---|
| Immunohistochemistry | IHC 1:200-1:800 |
Antibody Specifications
| Target | p21 |
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| Host Species | Rabbit |
| Clonality | Polyclonal |
| Isotype | IgG |
| Conjugate | Unconjugated |
| Purification | Affinity Purification |
| Concentration | 0.7 mg/mL |
Immunogen
KLH conjugated Synthetic peptide corresponding to Mouse P21 UniProt: P38936,P39689.
Species Reactivity & Cross-Reactivity
Validated for: Human, Mouse, Rat. Verify suitability in your sample type prior to use. For species or applications not listed in the datasheet, consult our technical team before purchase.
Storage & Handling
Store at -20℃ Valid for 12 months. Avoid freeze / thaw cycles.
Storage Buffer: PBS with 0.02% sodium azide, 1% protective protein and 50% glycerol, pH7.4
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For IHC-P, heat-induced epitope retrieval (HIER) is typically required. Recommended starting conditions: citrate buffer pH 6.0 (microwave or pressure cooker, ~20 min) for rodent samples; EDTA buffer pH 9.0 for human clinical samples. After retrieval, allow sections to cool gradually before proceeding to blocking. Include a p21-positive tissue control (confirmed by literature or database expression data) and a negative isotype control in every run. Recommended dilution: IHC 1:200-1:800. Refer to the product datasheet for any target-specific retrieval guidance.
This antibody has been experimentally validated in: Human, Mouse, Rat. Cross-reactivity with other species has not been systematically evaluated. If your sample species is not listed, assess immunogen sequence homology to your target species ortholog. The immunogen used is: "KLH conjugated Synthetic peptide corresponding to Mouse P21" — higher sequence identity between species increases the probability of cross-reactivity, but experimental validation with appropriate controls is necessary before drawing scientific conclusions.
Store at -20℃ Valid for 12 months. Avoid freeze / thaw cycles. Storage Buffer: PBS with 0.02% sodium azide, 1% protective protein and 50% glycerol, pH7.4. To maintain antibody activity, avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Aliquot into single-use volumes before first freeze. If working with the antibody frequently, keep a working stock at 4°C for up to 4 weeks — add 0.02% sodium azide to the working stock as a bacteriostatic agent if azide is not already present in the buffer. Monitor performance against a validated positive control when transitioning between storage aliquots or lots.
Polyclonal antibodies are produced from immunized animals and may exhibit some degree of lot-to-lot variation in titer, background, and sensitivity. Each production lot is tested for performance against established acceptance criteria. When transitioning to a new lot, run a side-by-side pilot comparison against your previous lot using a validated positive control sample before updating your standard protocol. If significant performance differences are observed, contact our technical support team — titer adjustments may resolve the issue in most cases.
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