Transforming growth factor alpha is a protein that in humans is encoded by the TGFA gene. As a member of the epidermal growth factor (EGF) family, TGFa is a mitogenic polypeptide. The protein becomes activated when binding to receptors capable of protein kinase activity for cellular signaling. TGFa is a transforming growth factor that is a ligand for the epidermal growth factor receptor, which activates a signaling pathway for cell proliferation, differentiation and development. This protein may act as either a transmembrane-bound ligand or a soluble ligand. This gene has been associated with many types of cancers, and it may also be involved in some cases of cleft lip/palate. (Wiki)
Formulation
1 mg/ml in 1X PBS; BSA free, sodium azide free
Host
Mouse
Immunogen Region
Recombinant human full-length TGF protein was used as the immunogen for the TGF alpha antibody. (3)
Isotype
Mouse IgG1, kappa
Species Reactivity
Human
Note
Titering of the TGF alpha antibody may be required for optimal performance.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.3. The epitope is known to be in the C-termial region of the protein.
Uniprot
P01135
Format
Purified
Purity
Protein G affinity chromatography
Storage
Store the TGF alpha antibody at 2-8oC (with azide) or aliquot and store at -20oC or colder (without azide).
Applications
IHC-P
Description
Immunohistochemistry (FFPE): 2-4ug/ml for 30 min at RT,Prediluted IHC only format: incubate for 30 min at RT (1)