LY6K Antibody: The lymphocyte antigen 6 complex locus K (LY6K), a member of cancer-testis antigen was initially identified as a molecular marker for head-and-neck squamous cell carcinoma as well a breast cancer. LY6K is a GPI-anchored membrane protein that is specifically associated with germ cell marker TEX101 and is strongly observed in testis, but only weakly in other tissues. LY6K mRNA was found to be upregulated in numerous bladder cancers due to gene amplification. Furthermore, knockdown experiments using LY6K siRNA reduced cell growth, migration and invasion in bladder carcinoma cell lines, suggesting that LY6K contributes to bladder cancer development.1) de Nooij-van Dalen AG, van Dongen GA, Smeets SJ, et al. Characterization of the human Ly-6 antigens, the newly annotated member Ly-6K included, as molecular markers for head-and-neck squamous cell carcinoma. Int. J. Cancer 2003; 103:768-74.
Immunogen
LY6K antibody was raised against an 18 amino acid synthetic peptide near the amino terminus of human LY6K. The immunogen is located within the first 50 amino acids of LY6K.
Key Feature
Clonality
Polyclonal
Isotype
IgG
Host Species
Rabbit
Tested Applications
ELISAWB
LY6K antibody can be used for detection of LY6K by Western blot at 1 - 2 μg/mL.:
Western blot analysis of LY6K in HeLa cell lysate with LY6K antibody at (A) 1 and (B) 2 μg/mL.
Positive Control
1) Cat. No. 1201 - HeLa Cell Lysate
Application Notes
LY6K antibody can be used for detection of LY6K by Western blot at 1 - 2 μg/mL.:
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
LY6K antibody can be stored 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.
Storage Buffer
LY6K Antibody is supplied in PBS containing 0.02% sodium azide.