This gene encodes a member of the semaphorin family of
soluble and transmembrane proteins. Semaphorins are involved in
numerous functions, including axon guidance, morphogenesis,
carcinogenesis, and immunomodulation. The encoded protein is a
single-pass type I membrane protein containing an
immunoglobulin-like C2-type domain, a PSI domain and a sema domain.
It inhibits axonal extension by providing local signals to specify
territories inaccessible for growing axons. It is an activator of
T-cell-mediated immunity and suppresses vascular endothelial growth
factor (VEGF)-mediated endothelial cell migration and proliferation
in vitro and angiogenesis in vivo. Mutations in this gene are
associated with retinal degenerative diseases including retinitis
pigmentosa type 35 (RP35) and cone-rod dystrophy type 10 (CORD10).
Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding
different isoforms have been identified.1) Davila, S., et al. Genes Immun. 11(3):232-238(2010)
Immunogen
This SEMA4A antibody is generated from rabbits immunized with a KLH conjugated synthetic peptide between 151-180 amino acids from the N-terminal region of human SEMA4A.
Western blot analysis in mouse kidney tissue lysates (35ug/lane).
Application
Western Blot at 1:500 dilution Lane 1: HL-60 whole cell lysate Lane 2: THP-1 whole cell lysate Lysates/proteins at 20 ug per lane.
Application Notes
For WB starting dilution is: 1:500
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.