Rabbit polyclonal to LactoferrinLactoferrin is an iron binding glycoprotein with an approximate molecular weight of 80 kDa. The protein has two iron binding domains each housing one Fe 3+ and the synergistic CO 3 2- ion. The crystal structure form of human lactoferrin at 2.2A resolution exhibits 5330 protein atoms, 2Fe 2+ , 2CO 3 2- and 98 carbohydrate atoms. Lactoferrin is absorbed from intestine by apical side of the membrane and localized to the nuclei. Intravenous infusion of lactoferrin is protective against lethal doses of E coli and induce bacterimia by a mechanism that downregulates neutrophil TNF alfa secretion. Recombinant human lactoferrin (rhLF), expressed and extracted from rice seed, is being evaluated for use as a dietary supplement to treat iron deficiency and/or iron deficiency induced anemia. Lactoferrin has been shown to have a role in the immune system and in early development of the embryo. A specific receptor for lactoferrin binding has been implicated in the human fetal intestine. Early embryonic localisation of lactoferrin by IHC has suggested its presence in various tissues including intestinal epitheliuem, kiney, and various regions of the brain.
Immunogen
Full length native protein (purified) (Human).
Key Feature
Clonality
Polyclonal
Isotype
IgG
Host Species
Rabbit
Tested Applications
ICC/IFIHCIPWB
ICC: Use at an assay dependent dilution. IHC: Use at an assay dependent dilution. IP: Use at a dilution of >1/200. WB: Use at a dilution of >1/500. Predicted molecular weight: 79 kDa. Optimal dilutions/concentrations should be determined by the end user.:
Species Reactivity
Human
Concentration
1mg/ml
Purification
Affinity purified
Target Information
Gene Synonyms
GIG12 HLF2 LF
Target
Lactoferrin
Cellular Localization
Secreted
Application
Application
Thin section of human intestine with inflammatory infilterate. Antibody (1:500) diluted in diluObuffer.
Application Notes
ICC: Use at an assay dependent dilution. IHC: Use at an assay dependent dilution. IP: Use at a dilution of >1/200. WB: Use at a dilution of >1/500. Predicted molecular weight: 79 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.