The protein encoded by this gene is a homodimeric integral membrane gelatinase belonging to the serine protease family. It is selectively expressed in reactive stromal fibroblasts of epithelial cancers, granulation tissue of healing wounds, and malignant cells of bone and soft tissue sarcomas. This protein is thought to be involved in the control of fibroblast growth or epithelial-mesenchymal interactions during development, tissue repair, and epithelial carcinogenesis.1) Rose, J.E., et al. Mol. Med. 16 (7-8), 247-253 (2010)Ospelt, C., et al. Arthritis Rheum. 62(5):1224-1235(2010) Stremenova, J., et al. Int. J. Oncol. 36(2):351-358(2010) Chen, H., et al. Exp. Mol. Pathol. 87(3):189-194(2009) Dohi, O., et al. Histopathology 55(4):432-440(2009)
Immunogen
This FAP antibody is generated from rabbits immunized with the protein of human FAP.
Western blot analysis in NCI-H292 cell line lysates (35ug/lane).
Application Notes
For WB starting dilution is: 1:1000
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
Store at 4˚C for three months and -20˚C, stable for up to one year. As with all antibodies care should be taken to avoid repeated freeze thaw cycles. Antibodies should not be exposed to prolonged high temperatures.