Specificity: This Polyclonal antibody is directed against human TRAIL protein. The product was purified from serum by protein A chromatography. Expect reactivity with human TRAIL. Cross-reactivity with TRAIL from other sources has not been determined.Relevance: Apoptosis or programmed cell death is induced in cells by a group of death domain containing receptors. Binding of ligand to these receptors sends signals that activate members of the caspase family of proteases. The signals ultimately cause degradation of chromosomal DNA by activating DNase. TRAIL (TNF related apoptosis induced ligand) or Apo 2L initiates apoptosis of tumor cells by binding to either of its receptors, DR4 or DR5. These receptors consist of an extracellular TRAIL binding domain and a cytoplasmic "death domain". In addition, two decoy receptors for TRAIL have also been identified. These receptors, designated DcR1 and DcR2, lack the death domain. Binding of TRAIL to either of these receptors, therefore, does not transmit the death signal. Thus, these receptors represent a novel way of regulating cell sensitivity to a pro-apoptotic cytokine at the cell surface. TRAIL is expressed predominantly in spleen, lung, and prostate but also in many other tissues. TRAIL is a type II membrane protein from the TNF family. The human form of the protein is 281 amino acids in length, whereas the murine form is 291 amino acids. The two forms share 65% identity.
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: 1/500~5000Predicted molecular weight: 32 kDa.Not yet tested in other applications.Optimal dilutions/concentrations should be determined by the end user., WB