Anti-NCAM (Neural Cell Adhesion Molecule), clone 4A64

Several major families of cell adhesion molecules can be distinguished. These include the cadherins and N-CAMs, which play a crucial role in cell recognition and adhesion, while integrins are implicated in the adherence of cells to the extracellular matrix. Cadherins constitute a family of proteins, the members of which are differentially expressed in the different tissues. One of the best characterized members is E-cadherin, which is prevalent in epithelial tissues. It has been shown to play a crucial role in the process of tumor cell metastasis. NCAM's (neural cell adhesion molecules) exist in at least three forms of plasma membrane plycoproteins, which are expressed in a variety of tissues including most nerve cells. , The integrins, finally, form a large family of glycosylated transmembrane proteins that act as dimers of an a- and a beta-subunit in interconnecting the cytoskeleton and the extracellular matrix. Applications: Suitable for use in Immunohistochemistry (frozen sections), Immunocytochemistry, and Western Blotting. Other applications not tested. Optimum dilutions to be determined by researcher. , Storage and Stability:, May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. For long-term storage, store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.