Anti-PCSK4, NT (PCSK4, PC4, Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 4, Proprotein convertase 4)

Proprotein convertases, including PCSK4, are calcium-dependent serine proteases related to bacterial subtilisins and to yeast kexin. These enzymes process precursor proteins to their active forms by selective cleavage of the polypeptide at sites following paired basic amino acids. In mammals, this family comprises PC1 (MIM 162150), PC2 (MIM 162151), PC4, PC5 (MIM 600488), furin (FUR, MIM 136950), and PACE4 (MIM 167405). Substrates for these enzymes range from prohormones to precursors for growth factors to cell surface receptors and viral surface glycoproteins (Cao et al., 2001 [PubMed 11776387]).[supplied by OMIM]. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot, ELISA, Recommended Dilution: ELISA: 1:1,000, Western Blot: 1:100-500, Storage and Stability: Store product at 4°C if to be used immediately within two weeks. For long-term storage, aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing and store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable at -20°C for 12 months after receipt. Dilute required amount only prior to immediate use. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. Note: Sodium azide is a potent inhibitor of peroxidase and should not be added to HRP conjugates. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. , , Note: Applications are based on unconjugated antibody.