Anti-TPMT (Thiopurine S-methyltransferase, Thiopurine Methyltransferase)

This gene encodes the enzyme that metabolizes thiopurine drugs via S-adenosyl-L-methionine as the S-methyl donor and S-adenosyl-L-homocysteine as a byproduct. Thiopurine drugs such as 6-mercaptopurine are used as chemotherapeutic agents. Genetic polymorphisms that affect this enzymatic activity are correlated with variations in sensitivity and toxicity to such drugs within individuals. A pseudogene for this locus is located on chromosome 18q. [provided by RefSeq], Applications: Suitable for use in ELISA, Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry and Immunofluorescence. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Immunohistochemistry (Formalin fixed paraffin embedded): 1ug/ml, Immunofluorescence: 10ug/ml, Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. AA Sequence: MDGTRTSLDIEEYSDTEVQKNQVLTLEEWQDKWVNGKTAFHQEQGHQLLKKHLDTFLKGKSGLRVFFPLCGKAVEMKWFADRGHSVVGVEISELGIQEFFTEQNLSYSEEPITEIPGTKVFKSSSGNISLYCCSIFDLPRTNIGKFDMIWDRGALVAINPGDRKCYADTMFSLLGKKFQYLLCVLSYDPTKHPGPPFYVPHAEIERLFGKICNIRRLEKVDAFEERHKSWGIDCLFEKLYLLTEK, 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 at least 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.