The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the selenoprotein M/SEP15 family. The exact function of this protein is not known. It is localized in the perinuclear region, is highly expressed in the brain, and may be involved in neurodegenerative disorders. Transgenic mice with targeted deletion of this gene exhibit increased weight gain, suggesting a role for this gene in the regulation of body weight and energy metabolism. This protein is a selenoprotein, containing the rare amino acid selenocysteine (Sec). Sec is encoded by the UGA codon, which normally signals translation termination. The 3' UTRs of selenoprotein mRNAs contain a conserved stem-loop structure, designated the Sec insertion sequence (SECIS) element, that is necessary for the recognition of UGA as a Sec codon, rather than as a stop signal.
Clonality
polyclonal
Host
Rabbit
Immunogen
Selenoprotein M
Immunogen Region
Selenoprotein M
Isotype
IgG
Molecular Weight
16 kDa
Reactivity
Human, Mouse
Recommended Dilution
WB: 1:500-1:2000
Synonyms
SELENOM, SELM, SEPM
Uniprot
Q8WWX9
Form
liquid
Purification
Immunogen affinity purified
Purity
>=95% as determined by SDS-PAGE
Storage
PBS with 0.02% sodium azide and 50% glycerol pH 7.3, -20°C for 12 months(Avoid repeated freeze / thaw cycles.)
Tested Application
WB: 1:500-1:2000
Product Manual
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