Human merlin is coded by the gene NF2 on chromosome 22. It is mapped to 22q12.2. This gene encodes a protein that is similar to some members of the ERM (ezrin, radixin, moesin) family of proteins that are thought to link cytoskeletal components with proteins in the cell membrane. This gene product has been shown to interact with cell-surface proteins, proteins involved in cytoskeletal dynamics and proteins involved in regulating ion transport. This gene is expressed at high levels during embryonic development; in adults, significant expression is found in Schwann cells, meningeal cells, lens and nerve. Mutations in this gene are associated with neurofibromatosis type II which is characterized by nervous system and skin tumors and ocular abnormalities. Two predominant isoforms and a number of minor isoforms are produced by alternatively spliced transcripts.
Formulation
0.5mg/ml if reconstituted with 0.2ml sterile DI water
Host
Rabbit
Immunogen Region
A human recombinant protein (amino acids K15-N565) was used as the immunogen for the Merlin antibody.
Isotype
IgG
Predicted Reactivity
Human, Mouse, Rat
Reactivity
Rat, Mouse, Human
Recombinant
No
Subcellular Location
Cytoplasmic, nuclear, plasma membrane
Antigen
Merlin
Uniprot
P35240
Buffer
Lyophilized from 1X PBS with 2% Trehalose and 0.025% sodium azide
Format
Antigen affinity purified
Purification
Affinity purified
Storage
After reconstitution, the Merlin antibody can be stored for up to one month at 4°C. For long-term, aliquot and store at -20°C. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing.