PurificationAntibodies were produced by immunizing rabbits with synthetic peptide and KLH conjugates. Antibodies were purified by affinity-chromatography using epitope-specific peptide.
ApplicationsWB IF
Species ReactivityHu Rt
SpecificityThe antibody detects endogenous level of total GFAP protein.
Immunogen TypePeptide-KLH
Immunogen DescriptionPeptide sequence around aa. 423~427 (E-S-K-Q-E) derived from Human GFAP.
FormulationSupplied at 1.0mg/mL in phosphate buffered saline (without Mg2+ and Ca2+), pH 7.4, 150mM NaCl, 0.02% sodium azide and 50% glycerol.
StorageStore at -20°C for long term preservation (recommended). Store at 4°C for short term use.
Application Details
Predicted MW: 50kd
Western blotting: 1:500~1:1000
Immunofluorescence: 1:100~1:200
Images
Western blot analysis of extract from Rat brain, Rat hippocampus tissue and C6 cells using GFAP Antibody #AB21485
Immunofluorescence staining of paraffin-embedded Glioma cells of Spinal Cord using GFAP Antibody #AB21485.
Background
GFAP, a class-III intermediate filament, is a cell-specific marker that, during the development of the central nervous system, distinguishes astrocytes from other glial cells.
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