The developmentally regulated expression of the globin genes depends on upstream regulatory elements termed locus control regions (LCRs). LCRs are associated with powerful enhancer activity that is mediated by the transcription factor NFE2. NFE2 recognition sites are also present in the gene promoters of 2 heme biosynthetic enzymes, PBGD and FECH. NFE2 DNA-binding activity consists of a heterodimer containing an 18-kD Maf protein (MafF, MafG, or MafK) and p45. Both subunits are members of the activator protein-1 superfamily of bZIP proteins. Maf homodimers suppress transcription at NFE2 sites.The developmentally regulated expression of the globin genes depends on upstream regulatory elements termed locus control regions (LCRs). LCRs are associated with powerful enhancer activity that is mediated by the transcription factor NFE2 (nuclear factor erythroid-2). NFE2 recognition sites are also present in the gene promoters of 2 heme biosynthetic enzymes, porphobilinogen deaminase (PBGD; MIM 176000) and ferrochelatase (FECH; MIM 177000). NFE2 DNA-binding activity consists of a heterodimer containing an 18-kD Maf protein (MafF, MafG (MIM 602020), or MafK) and p45 (MIM 601490). Both subunits are members of the activator protein-1 superfamily of basic leucine zipper (bZIP) proteins (see MIM 165160). Maf homodimers suppress transcription at NFE2 sites.[supplied by OMIM].1) Hillier, L.W., (2003) Nature 424 (6945), 157-164.
Immunogen
Antibody produced in rabbits immunized with a synthetic peptide corresponding a region of human MAFK.
Key Feature
Clonality
Polyclonal
Host Species
Rabbit
Tested Applications
ELISAWB
MAFK antibody can be used for detection of MAFK by ELISA at 1:312500. MAFK antibody can be used for detection of MAFK by western blot at 2.5 μg/mL, and HRP conjugated secondary antibody should be diluted 1:50,000 - 100,000.:
MAFK antibody can be used for detection of MAFK by ELISA at 1:312500. MAFK antibody can be used for detection of MAFK by western blot at 2.5 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 MAFK 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