This antibody recognizes a cell surface protein of 220-240kDa, identified as L1CAM (L1 cell adhesion molecule). The L1CAM gene, which is located in Xq28, is involved in three distinct conditions: 1) HSAS (hydrocephalus-stenosis of the aqueduct of Sylvius); 2) MASA (mental retardation, aphasia, shuffling gait, and adducted thumbs); and 3) SPG1 (spastic paraplegia). L1CAM also plays an important role in axon growth, fasciculation, and neural migration as well as in mediating neuronal differentiation. Expression of L1 protein is restricted to tissues arising from neuroectoderm. antibody to L1CAM is useful in the identification of primitive neuroectodermal tumors. The antibody binds to tumors of neuroectodermal and glial origin e.g. neuroblastoma and Schwannomas. It does not bind to pediatric or adult brain.
Formulation
1 mg/ml in 1X PBS; BSA free, sodium azide free
Host
Mouse
Immunogen Region
A homogenous suspension of 16 week human fetal brain was used as the immunogen for this L1CAM antibody.
Isotype
Mouse IgG1, kappa
Species Reactivity
Human
Note
The concentration stated for each application is a general starting point. Variations in protocols, secondaries and substrates may require the antibody to be titered up or down for optimal performance.
Uniprot
P32004
Format
Purified
Purity
Protein G affinity chromatography
Storage
Store the L1CAM antibody at 2-8oC (with azide) or aliquot and store at -20oC or colder (without azide).
Applications
ELISA
Description
ELISA (order BSA/sodium azide-free format for coating)