Thyrotroph embryonic factor (TEF), a transcription factor,
is a member of the PAR (proline and acidic amino acid-rich)
subfamily of basic region/leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription
factors. It is expressed in a broad range of cells and tissues in
adult animals, however, during embryonic development, TEF
expression appears to be restricted to the developing anterior
pituitary gland, coincident with the appearance of
thyroid-stimulating hormone, beta (TSHB). Indeed, TEF can bind to,
and transactivate the TSHB promoter. It shows homology (in the
functional domains) with other members of the PAR-bZIP subfamily of
transcription factors, which include albumin D box-binding protein
(DBP), human hepatic leukemia factor (HLF) and chicken vitellogenin
gene-binding protein (VBP); VBP is considered the chicken homologue
of TEF. Different members of the subfamily can readily form
heterodimers, and share DNA-binding, and transcriptional regulatory
properties. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding
different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by
RefSeq].1) Kripke, D.F., et al. Psychiatry Investig 7(1):36-42(2010)
Immunogen
This TEF antibody is generated from rabbits immunized with a KLH conjugated synthetic peptide between 213-240 amino acids from the C-terminal region of human TEF.
Western Blot at 1:2000 dilution + human cerebellum lysate Lysates/proteins at 20 ug per lane.
Application
Western blot analysis in mouse liver tissue 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.