031115
MC1R, ID (MC1R, MSHR, Melanocyte-stimulating hormone receptor, Melanocortin receptor 1)
Size
£672.00
- SKU:
- 031115
- Purity:
- Purified by ammonium sulfate precipitation.
- Storage Conditions:
- -20°C
- Supplier:
- United States Biological
- Host:
- Mouse
- Immunogen:
- MC1R Mab is generated from mice immunized with a KLH conjugated synthetic peptide selected from human MC1R.
- Clone:
- 578CT6.2.3
- Format:
- Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.2, 0.09% sodium azide.
- Extra Details:
- This intronless gene encodes the receptor protein for melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). The encoded protein, a seven pass transmembrane G protein coupled receptor, controls melanogenesis. Two types of melanin exist: red pheomelanin and black eumelanin. Gene mutations that lead to a loss in function are associated with increased pheomelanin production, which leads to lighter skin and hair color. Eumelanin is photoprotective but pheomelanin may contribute to UV-induced skin damage by generating free radicals upon UV radiation. Binding of MSH to its receptor activates the receptor and stimulates eumelanin synthesis. This receptor is a major determining factor in sun sensitivity and is a genetic risk factor for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer. Over 30 variant alleles have been identified which correlate with skin and hair color, providing evidence that this gene is an important component in determining normal human pigment variation. [provided by RefSeq]. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot, ELISA. Recommended Dilution: ELISA: 1:1,000 Western Blot: 1:100~250 Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. For long-term storage, store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
- Shipping Conditions:
- Blue Ice