The protein encoded by this gene is located in the
cytoplasm and is part of the GAP1 family of GTPase-activating
proteins. The gene product stimulates the GTPase activity of normal
RAS p21 but not its oncogenic counterpart. Acting as a suppressor
of RAS function, the protein enhances the weak intrinsic GTPase
activity of RAS proteins resulting in the inactive GDP-bound form
of RAS, thereby allowing control of cellular proliferation and
differentiation. Mutations leading to changes in the binding sites
of either protein are associated with basal cell carcinomas.
Alternative splicing results in two isoforms where the shorter
isoform, lacking the N-terminal hydrophobic region but retaining
the same activity, appears to be abundantly expressed in placental
but not adult tissues.1) Hemerly, J.P., et al. Eur. J. Endocrinol. 163(5):747-755(2010)
Immunogen
This RASA1 antibody is generated from rabbits immunized with a KLH conjugated synthetic peptide between 966-993 amino acids from the C-terminal region of human RASA1.
Western blot analysis in 293 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.