Product Name :
MC1 Receptor polyclonal antibody Background :
This intronless gene encodes the receptor protein for melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). The encoded protein, a seven pass transmembrane G protein coupled receptor, controls melanogenesis. Two types of melanin exist: red pheomelanin and black eumelanin. Gene mutations that lead to a loss in function are associated with increased pheomelanin production, which leads to lighter skin and hair color. Eumelanin is photoprotective but pheomelanin may contribute to UV-induced skin damage by generating free radicals upon UV radiation. Binding of MSH to its receptor activates the receptor and stimulates eumelanin synthesis. This receptor is a major determining factor in sun sensitivity and is a genetic risk factor for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer. Over 30 variant alleles have been identified which correlate with skin and hair color, providing evidence that this gene is an important component in determining normal human pigment variation. Product :
1mg/ml in PBS with 0.02% sodium azide, 50% glycerol, pH7.2 Storage&Stability :
Store at 4°C short term. Aliquot and store at -20°C long term. Avoid freeze-thaw cycles. Specificity :
Unmodification Immunogen :
A synthetic peptide of human MC1 Receptor(NP_002377.4). Conjugate :
Unconjugated Modification :
Unmodification

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  Western blot analysis of extracts of various cell lines, using MC1 Receptor antibody at 1:1000 dilution.
  Secondary antibody: HRP Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG at 1:10000 dilution.
  Lysates/proteins: 25ug per lane.
  Blocking buffer: 3% nonfat dry milk in TBST.
  Detection: ECL Basic Kit .
  Exposure time: 60s.

Bioworld Biotech only provide peptides for our antibodies and do not provide additional peptide customization services.

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Price/Size :

USD 368/1mg/vial

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Tips: 

For phospho antibody, we provide phospho peptide（0.5mg) and non-phospho peptide(0.5mg).

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Describe :

Blocking peptides are peptides that bind specifically to the target antibody and block antibody binding. These peptide usually contains the epitope recognized by the antibody. Antibodies bound to the blocking peptide no longer bind to the epitope on the target protein. This mechanism is useful when non-specific binding is an issue, for example, in Western blotting (WB) and Immunohistochemistry (IHC). By comparing the staining from the blocked antibody versus the antibody alone, one can see which staining is specific; Specific binding will be absent from the western blot or IHC performed with the neutralized antibody.

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Formula:

Synthetic peptide was lyophilized with 100% acetonitrile and is supplied as a powder. Reconstitute with 0.1 ml DI water for a final concentration of 10 mg/ml.The purity is >90%,tested by HPLC and MS.

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Storage:

The freeze-dried powder is more stable. For short time at 2-8°C. For long term storage store at -20°C. 

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Note :

This product is for research use only (RUO only). Not for use in diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

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