Anti-Insulin Receptor R (Insulin Receptor-related Protein, Insulin Receptor-related Receptor, IR-rel

The insulin receptor related receptor (IRR) is a heterotetrameric transmembrane receptor composed of two alpha and 2 beta chains linked by disulfide bonds. The alpha chains contribute to the formation of the ligand-binding domain, while the beta chains carry the kinase domain. Member of the insulin RTK family, IRR shares high homology with the insulin (IR) and the insulin-like growth factor-1 receptor (IGF-1R), but doesn't bind any of IR and IGF-1R known ligands. In contrast to the widespread patterns of expression to IR and IGF-1R, IRR demonstrates a very restricted cellular distribution in a subset of tissues of neuronal origin and its biological functions are still unknown. Applications: Suitable for use in ELISA, Immunohistochemistry (paraffin), and Western Blot. 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. 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.