The protein encoded by this gene is an isoform of
xylosyltransferase, which belongs to a family of
glycosyltransferases. This enzyme transfers xylose from UDP-xylose
to specific serine residues of the core protein and initiates the
biosynthesis of glycosaminoglycan chains in proteoglycans including
chondroitin sulfate, heparan sulfate, heparin and dermatan sulfate.
The enzyme activity, which is increased in scleroderma patients, is
a diagnostic marker for the determination of sclerotic activity in
systemic sclerosis.1) Condac, E., et al. Glycobiology 19(8):829-833(2009)
Immunogen
This XYLT2 antibody is generated from rabbits immunized with a KLH conjugated synthetic peptide between 29-58 amino acids from the N-terminal region of human XYLT2.
Western blot analysis in mouse heart 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.