This gene encodes a ligand-activated transcription factor involved in the regulation of biological responses to planar aromatic hydrocarbons. This receptor has been shown to regulate xenobiotic-metabolizing enzymes such as cytochrome P450. Its ligands included a variety of aromatic hydrocarbons.
Host
Rabbit
Immunogen
Synthetic peptide conjugated to KLH
Isotype
IgG
Quantity
100 µl
Reactivity
Human
Recombinant
FALSE
Regulatory
RUO
Shipping Condition
Ice Packs
Buffer
PBS, pH 7.4 with 0.02% Sodium Azide
Concentration
100µg/100ul
Description
Specificity: Not tested with other proteinsRelevance: The Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor (AHR), also known as the dioxin receptor, is a ligand-activated helix/loop/helix transcription factor found in a variety of vertebrate species. The known ligands for AHR are foreign planar aromatic compounds, such as polycyclic aromatic compounds and halogenated aromatic compounds such as 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD). Unlike the steroid/thyroid hormone receptors, there is no known physiological ligand for the AH Receptor. Studies indicate that in non-ligand activated cells, AHR is found complexed with HSP90 predominantly in the cytoplasm. Upon binding to an agonist, the ligand-activated AHR is believed to transform to a nuclear, DNA binding form. This transformation process appears to involve dissociation of HSP90 from AHR followed by formation of a heterodimer with AHR nuclear translocator protein (Arnt). The AHR-ligand complex appears to initiate gene transcription of cytochrome P450 1A1.
Format
Liquid
Purity
Affinity purified
Storage
This product is stable for several weeks at 4°C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use. For extended storage, aliquot contents and freeze at -20°C or below. Avoid cycles of freezing and thawing. Expiration date is one (1) year from date of receipt.
Storage Condition
-20C
Applications
WB, ELISA
Description
For research use onlyPeptide ELISA titer: 1:20,000-1:80,000Western blot analysis: 1:200-500Optimal dilutions/concentrations should be determined by the end use, WB ; ELISA