Specificity: This Polyclonal antibody is directed against human PPARγprotein. The product was purified from serum by protein A chromatography. Expect reactivity with human PPARγ. Cross-reactivity with PPARγfrom other sources has not been determined.Relevance: Peroxisome proliferators are non genotoxic carcinogens which are purported to exert their effect on cells through their interaction with members of the nuclear hormone receptor family termed peroxisome proliferator activated receptors (PPARs). Nuclear hormone receptors are ligand dependent intracellular proteins that stimulate transcription of specific genes by binding to specific DNA sequences following activation by the appropriate ligand. Studies indicate that PPARs are activated by peroxisome proliferators such as clofibric acid, nafenopin, and WY14,643, as well as by some fatty acids. It has also been shown that PPARs can induce transcription of acyl coenzyme A oxidase & cytochrome P450 (CYP450) A6 through interaction with specific response elements. The PPAR gamma 2 isoform appears to be induced very early in the differentiation of several cultured adipocyte cell lines, and has been suggested to be a dominant regulator of the murine P2 (aP2) gene which encodes an intracellular lipid binding protein which is expressed only in adipose cells. PPAR gamma 2, like several other nuclear hormone receptors, heterodimerizes with RXR alpha. Defects in PPAR gamma can lead to type 2 insulin-resistant diabetes and hyptertension and could play a role in the genetic predisposition to obesity.
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
Description
Recommended dilutionsWB: 1/500~3000Predicted molecular weight: 58 kDa.Not yet tested in other applications.Optimal dilutions/concentrations should be determined by the end user., WB