Mouse monoclonal antibody [Agr-33] to AgrinAgrin is an essential extracellular matrix component which promotes clustering of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) and other proteins during development at the neuromuscular junction. Agrin, MuSK and Rapsyn are all essential components for AChR aggregation, through an unknown mechanism. The C-terminal region of agrin is released into the medium, interacts with receptors on the muscle surface and induces AChR aggregation. The central region contains two O-linked glycosylation sites and a domain homologous to domain III of laminin. The N-terminal region anchors agrin to the extracellular matrix via other basal membrane components. This region also contains a protease inhibitor domain and glycosaminoglycan attachment sites; increasing the predicted MW from 200kDa to ~600kDa.
Immunogen
Recombinant rat agrin, C-terminal construct.
Key Feature
Clonality
Monoclonal
Isotype
IgG1
Clone Number
Agr-33
Host Species
Mouse
Tested Applications
ICC/IFIHCWB
ICC/IF: Use at a concentration of 2 μg/ml. WB: Use at a concentration of 2 μg/ml. Predicted molecular weight: 208.6 kDa. Optimal dilutions/concentrations should be determined by the end user.
Species Reactivity
MouseRat
Concentration
1mg/ml (Please refer to the vial label for the specific concentration)
Purification
Protein G
Target Information
Gene Synonyms
Agrn, AGR, Agrin, 25592
Target
Agrin
Tissue Specificity
detects all isoforms of agrin.
Cellular Localization
Synaptic basal lamina at the neuromuscular junction.
Application
Application
Immunohistochemistry analysis of rat skeletal muscle probed with Agrin, mAb at 1:100.
Application Notes
ICC/IF: Use at a concentration of 2 μg/ml. WB: Use at a concentration of 2 μg/ml. Predicted molecular weight: 208.6 kDa. Optimal dilutions/concentrations should be determined by the end user.
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
Keep as concentrated solution. Store at 4ºC short term. For extended storage aliquot and store at -20ºC or below. Avoid freeze-thaw cycles.