This antibody recognizes a protein doublet of 20-22kDa, identified as MART-1 (Melanoma Antigen Recognized by T cells 1) or Melan-A. MART-1 is a newly identified melanocyte differentiation antigen recognized by autologous cytotoxic T lymphocytes. Seven other melanoma associated antigens recognized by autologous cytotoxic T cells include MAGE-1, MAGE-3, tyrosinase, gp100, gp75, BAGE-1, and GAGE-1. Subcellular fractionation shows that MART-1 is present in melanosomes and endoplasmic reticulum. This mAb labels melanomas and other tumors showing melanocytic differentiation. It is also a useful positive-marker for angiomyolipomas. It does not stain tumor cells of epithelial, lymphoid, glial, or mesenchymal origin.
Formulation
1 mg/ml in 1X PBS; BSA free, sodium azide free
Host
Mouse
Immunogen Region
Recombinant human protein was used as the immunogens for this Melan-A antibody cocktail.
Isotype
Mouse IgG2b
Species Reactivity
Human, Mouse, Rat
Note
The optimal dilution of the Melan-A antibody for each application should be determined by the researcher.1. Staining of formalin-fixed tissues is enhanced by boiling tissue sections in pH 9 10mM Tris with 1mM EDTA for 10-20 min followed by cooling at RT for 20 minutes.2. The prediluted format is supplied in a dropper bottle and is optimized for use in IHC. After epitope retrieval step (if required), drip mAb solution onto the tissue section and incubate at RT for 30 min.
Uniprot
Q16655
Format
Purified
Purity
Protein G affinity chromatography
Storage
Store the Melan-A antibody cocktail at 2-8oC (with azide) or aliquot and store at -20oC or colder (without azide).
Applications
WB, FACS, IF, IHC-P
Description
Flow cytometry: 1-2ug/million cells,Immunofluorescence: 1-2ug/ml,Weste blot: 1-2ug/ml,Immunohistochemistry (FFPE): 1-2ug/ml /ml for 30 min at RT