Anti-Nitrotyrosine (nTyr)

Nitric oxide (NO) is implicated in carcinogenesis, chronic infection, inflammation and neurodegeneration. High levels of both superoxide and nitric oxide in these tissues interact to form peroxynitrite, a potent oxidant that can modify Tyr residues in proteins to form 3-nitro-tyrosine. Tyrosine nitration of mitochondrial manganese superoxide dismutase results in loss of enzymatic activity. The nitration of p53 at Tyr residues abolishes its capacity for binding to its DNA consensus sequence. It is a valuable tool for identifying new nitrated proteins as well as for assaying protein nitration and measuring levels of nitrated proteins in tissues and samples. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilutions: Western Blot: 1:1000. Incubate membrane with diluted antibody in 1X TBS, 5% BSA, 0.1% Tween-20 at 4°C with gentle shaking, overnight. Recommended that PVDF membranes are used instead of nitricellulose membranes., 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 after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.