Nestin is a class VI intermediate filament protein expressed predominantly in stem cells of the neural tube but absent from virtually all differentiated CNS cells. In the CNS, nestin is downregulated upon differentiation and replaced by neurofilaments. Transient expression of nestin has been postulated as a key step committing cells to the neural differentiation pathway. Nestin expression has also been observed in pancreatic hematopoietic stem cell populations.
Formulation
In 1X PBS, pH 7.4, with 0.09% sodium azide
Host
Rabbit
Immunogen Region
A portion of amino acids 1560-1590 from the human protein was used as the immunogen for this Nestin antibody.
Isotype
Rabbit Ig
Species Reactivity
Human, Mouse
Note
Titration of the Nestin antibody may be required due to differences in protocols and secondary/substrate sensitivity.
Uniprot
P48681
Format
Purified
Purity
Purified
Storage
Aliquot the Nestin antibody and store frozen at -20oC or colder. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.