The M channel is a slowly activating and deactivating potassium channel that plays a critical role in the regulation of neuronal excitability. The M channel is formed by the association of the protein encoded by the KCNQ2 gene and a related protein encoded by the KCNQ3 gene, both integral membrane proteins. M channel currents are inhibited by M1 muscarinic acetylcholine receptors and activated by retigabine, a novel anti-convulsant drug. Defects in KCNQ2 are a cause of benign familial neonatal convulsions type 1 (BFNC), also known as epilepsy, benign neonatal type 1 (EBN1).1) Tang, B., et al., (2004) J. Neurol. Sci. 221 (1-2), 31-34.
Immunogen
Antibody produced in rabbits immunized with a synthetic peptide corresponding a region of human KCNQ2.
Key Feature
Clonality
Polyclonal
Host Species
Rabbit
Tested Applications
ELISAIHCWB
KCNQ2 antibody can be used for detection of KCNQ2 by ELISA at 1:62500. KCNQ2 antibody can be used for detection of KCNQ2 by western blot at 1.25 μg/mL, and HRP conjugated secondary antibody should be diluted 1:50,000 - 100,000.
KCNQ2 antibody can be used for detection of KCNQ2 by ELISA at 1:62500. KCNQ2 antibody can be used for detection of KCNQ2 by western blot at 1.25 μg/mL, and HRP conjugated secondary antibody should be diluted 1:50,000 - 100,000.
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
For short periods of storage (days) store at 4˚C. For longer periods of storage, store KCNQ2 antibody at -20˚C. As with any antibody avoid repeat freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage Buffer
IgG in phosphate buffered saline , pH 7.4, 150mM NaCl, 0.02% sodium azide and 50% glycerol.Store at -20 °C.Stable for 12 months from date of receipt