The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the folate
receptor (FOLR) family, and these genes exist in a cluster on
chromosome 11. Members of this gene family have a high affinity for
folic acid and for several reduced folic acid derivatives, and they
mediate delivery of 5-methyltetrahydrofolate to the interior of
cells. This protein has a 68% and 79% sequence homology with the
FOLR1 and FOLR3 proteins, respectively. Although this protein was
originally thought to be specific to placenta, it can also exist in
other tissues, and it may play a role in the transport of
methotrexate in synovial macrophages in rheumatoid arthritis
patients. Multiple transcript variants that encode the same protein
have been found for this gene.1) Bailey, S.D., et al. Diabetes Care 33(10):2250-2253(2010)
Immunogen
This FOLR2 antibody is generated from rabbits immunized with a KLH conjugated synthetic peptide between 17-44 amino acids from the N-terminal region of human FOLR2.
Western blot analysis in MDA-MB453,NCI-H460 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.