Anti-CD49d (Integrin alpha4, VLA4, LHR, Lymphocyte Homing Receptor) (Biotin)

Human CD49d molecules are integrin a4 chains that are expressed as heterodimers with CD29 ( b1 integrin) or (b7 integrin) and function as adhesion receptors. CD49d/CD29 is mainly expressed on thymocytes and B cells with increased expression on activated T cells. The ligands for CD49d/CD29 include VCAM-1 and fibronectin. Functional Application: Antibody blocks VLA-4 binding to VCAM-1. , Applications: , Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry, Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Optimal dilutions to be determined by the 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 6 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.