Anti-TAP1 (Transporter Associated Protein)

CD8+ cytotoxic T cells recognize peptides presented by MHC class I molecules on the surface of infected cells and tumor cells. The transporters associated with antigen processing 1 and 2 (TAP1 and TAP2) form the TAP complex which resides on the ER membrane and transports peptides from the cytoplasm into the ER for loading onto MHC class I molecules (1-8). In addition, TAP localized to endosomal membranes is important for cross-presentation by dendritic cells (9,10). IFN-gamma produced by T cells and NK cells in response to infection causes upregulation of TAP1 and TAP2, resulting in increased antigen presentation to T cells (11). Some viral proteins inhibit TAP function or downregulate TAP expression resulting in viral immune evasion (12,13). In addition, investigators have observed reduced TAP expression in a variety of tumor types, and it is thought to be one mechanism for tumor immune evasion (14). Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Western Blot: 1:1000. Incubate membrane with diluted antibody in 5% w/v nonfat dry milk, 1X TBS, 0.1% Tween-20 at 4°C with gentle shaking, overnight., Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.