SOX genes comprise a family of genes that are related to the mammalian sex-determining gene SRY. These genes similarly contain sequences that encode for the HMG-box domain, which is responsible for the sequence-specific DNA-binding activity. SOX-10 is a sensitive marker of melanoma, including conventional, spindled, and desmoplastic subtypes. It is expressed by metastatic melanomas and nodal capsular nevus in sentinel lymph nodes, but not by other lymph node components such as dendritic cells, which usually express S100 protein. Commonly used melanoma markers, such as anti-HMB-45 and anti-Melan-A, are poorly expressed in desmoplastic melanomas while SOX-10 is moderately to strongly expressed in desmoplastic melanomas. SOX-10 is considered as a very reliable marker for recognizing residual desmoplastic melanomas. In normal tissues, it is expressed in Schwann cells, melanocytes, and myoepithelial cells of salivary, bronchial and mammary glands. SOX-10 expression is also observed in mast cells.
Formulation
1 mg/ml in 1X PBS; BSA free, sodium azide free
Host
Rabbit
Immunogen Region
Amino acids 115-269 of the human protein were used as the immunogen for the recombinant SOX10 antibody.
Isotype
Rabbit IgG, kappa
Species Reactivity
Human
Note
The stated application concentrations are suggested starting points. Titration of the recombinant SOX10 antibody may be required due to differences in protocols and secondary/substrate sensitivity.1. 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
P56693
Format
Purified
Purity
Protein A affinity chromatography
Storage
Store the recombinant SOX10 antibody at 2-8oC (with azide) or aliquot and store at -20oC or colder (without azide).
Applications
WB, IHC-P
Description
Immunohistochemistry (FFPE): 1-2ug/ml for 30 min at RT (1),Weste blot: 1-2ug/ml